The energy transition explained: towards a sustainable future
What is the energy transition To combat climate change, certain climate targets have been set in the Climate Accord. To achieve these goals, CO2 emissions must be drastically reduced. This can be achieved by getting more and more energy from renewable sources. These renewable sources replace the use of natural gas and oil (fossil energy). […]
Prinsjesdag 2024: how will it affect your energy bill?
On Tuesday 17 September 2024, the finance minister handed over the Budget Memorandum and National Budget to the House of Representatives. We have listed the main points, related to the energy market, for you. Salerisation scheme ends If the bill is passed in November, the net-metering scheme will be abolished from 1 January 2027. There […]
Recent developments in gas prices
The European gas price has risen more than 10% in the past week, the highest level this year. The gas price is now more than 40 euros per megawatt hour. Although this is a hefty increase, fortunately the price of gas is still much lower than during the energy crisis in 2022, when the price […]
Increasing interest in home battery
Previously, the net-metering scheme for solar panels made a home battery financially unattractive, but with the possible abolition of this scheme and the additional costs for households with solar panels, interest in home batteries is increasing. Energy suppliers such as Eneco and NextEnergy are introducing a new option where home batteries can be used to […]
Double network charges for households with high power consumption?
At Enexis, the idea of doubling the current network tariff for households that use a lot of electricity is in play. This refers to households with their own charging station, many solar panels or a heat pump. This proposal stems from rising grid costs due to the energy transition, which are being used to reinforce […]
A variable, fixed or dynamic contract – how do you choose?
Several options are available when signing an energy contract, including variable, fixed and dynamic energy contracts. Choosing the type of energy contract affects the final energy costs. But which contract best suits your organisation? Fixed contract A fixed contract offers security with a fixed price and term for your energy. By fixing the gas or […]
Russia attack creates upward pressure on price of natural gas
On Thursday, April 11, Russian missiles and drones destroyed a large power plant near Kyiv. Several other power plants in the country were also affected, Reuters news agency reported. Because of these attacks, the price of natural gas is experiencing upward pressure, with the contract going higher for calendar year 2025. The biggest uncertainty about […]
Sustainability of European industry in trouble
When companies and households want to move away from gas, coal or gasoline, they need much more electricity. This electricity must be transported across the grid from power plants, wind turbines and solar farms to businesses and homes. The rising demand for capacity on the grid cannot be kept up by grid operators. Network operators […]
Energy savings obligation 2024: what do you need to know?
In the Netherlands, the energy savings obligation is seen as an important tool to promote energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. In 2024, this topic is more prominent than ever on the agenda, with new laws and regulations urging companies and institutions to take action. In this blog, we look at what the 2024 […]
The energy saving obligation under the Environment Act
The energy saving obligation under the Environment Act From 1 January 2024, the Environment Act is expected to come into force. The Environment Act is a compilation of a number of laws relating to our living environment. These include laws and regulations on construction, environment, water, spatial planning and nature. One of the themes in […]
