Industrial energy storage project financing options in Netherlands 2030

What technologies are developing in the east of the Netherlands?

Focus on three key technologies that are already developing strongly in the east of the Netherlands: electrical energy engineering, electrochemical energy storage and sustainable drive systems. Smart energy Hub: Smart decentralised energy system that produces, stores and uses sustainable energy locally.

Is there a roadmap for energy storage in the Netherlands?

In the Netherlands, there has also historically not been a roadmap or detailed industrial strategy with supportive legislation, policy, taxation reliefs, or investment incentives for the energy storage market.

How can public and private institutions invest in the Dutch energy transition?

Public and private institutions investing in the Dutch energy transition need to be able to make efficient and effective investment decisions, which requires a strong, consistent evidence-base. Policymakers are faced with questions such as: How can we finance a successful energy transition that will enable us to meet our climate ambitions?

How much energy storage does the Netherlands need?

To achieve its renewable energy targets, reports in 2021 indicate that the Netherlands will need to install between 29 and 54 gigawatts (GW) of energy storage capacity by 2050. Storage with efficient management systems and digital controls is a crucial element of a reliable, flexible and affordable energy system.

Is electricity storage a viable option in the Netherlands?

Electricity storage (using batteries) is currently limited in the Netherlands4. Furthermore, in contrast with electricity networks, electricity storage can be involved in multiple different business cases with varying types of risks, and thus different financing requirements.

How much money does the Netherlands invest in electricity networks?

Figure 6: Overnight investments in electricity networks in the Netherlands 2020-2022. The total investment in electricity networks roughly amounts to about €2.55 bn in 2020, with largest investments made in distribution networks i.e. networks operated at voltage levels below 110kV.