Coordinator must smooth over overloaded problems in Brabant and Limburg

In order to get out of the energy impasse, TenneT and the provinces are making an urgent appeal to companies to voluntarily map out how much electricity they consume. Often the reserved amount of power is much higher than the actual consumption.

In addition, TenneT keeps an eye on new applications that have already been received but are not yet required. That is also reserved power that is not (yet) purchased.

It is also accelerated to identify which companies are willing to temporarily purchase less electricity if they are paid for it. That research would not be ready until the end of the year, but it must now be accelerated. “We are trying to free up as many people as possible to clarify this as soon as possible,” says TenneT’s Eefje van Gorp. Broadcasting Brabant.

Invest heavily

Finally, the national government, the provinces and municipalities want to grant permits for the expansion of the energy network more quickly. In order to increase capacity, TenneT will invest approximately two billion euros in both provinces over the next ten years. For example, the existing 380 kV connection (electricity highway) between Geertruidenberg and Maasbracht will be strengthened. In Brabant, work is underway on new high-voltage substations in Halsteren, Boxmeer and Tilburg, among others.

It has been agreed that all parties will meet again before the summer.

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