Energy Transition in Amsterdam
From operating the city''s biggest wind turbine to generating energy from canal water and waste from a soccer stadium - in Amsterdam, business leaders, scientists and communities work to
Step by step, the Netherlands is transitioning to sustainable energy
To help combat climate change, the Netherlands and other countries want to switch from fossil fuels to sustainable sources of energy. People, businesses and organisations are already taking action to
Integrated energy planning for historic city centres in the Netherlands
Inspired by the New Stepped Strategy, the workflow is based on Geographic Information System (GIS) data, bottom-up energy modelling and parametric tools and presents the results in a
Retrofitting Amsterdam Centrum while preserving historic heritage
Flexible permitting and targeted retrofitting, including improved insulation and ventilation, are key strategies for integrating heritage conservation with energy efficiency.
Key facts and figures on Amsterdam''s energy sector
Amsterdam''s cleantech and energy sector is actively addressing these urgent environmental, health, and economic challenges to secure a sustainable future. These key facts and
''Reduce heat demand now in Amsterdam''s historic center to preserve
Partly due to the monumental character of Amsterdam Centrum, current sustainable heating plans aim to keep the district connected to the gas grid, aiming for a 70% reduction in natural
Transforming heat systems: What Amsterdam''s clean energy
This report highlights the methods used by Amsterdam in phasing out fossil gas for heating, and showcases the power of creating a clear, equitable plan for a fossil gas phase-out structured around
The energy transition
By 2050, the municipality of Amsterdam wants to reduce its CO2 emissions by 95%, with the aim to not exceed the natural limits of the earth any further. To achieve this goal, Amsterdam is working on a
How Amsterdam is Setting a Green Example for the Rest of Europe
Discover how Amsterdam is leading Europe in sustainability with bold climate goals, everyday eco-friendly habits, and world-first innovations like plastic-free supermarkets and canal
Amsterdam could meet nearly half its electricity needs by better
New findings reveal how Amsterdam can accelerate its transition towards so-called Positive Energy Districts, where clean, useful energy such as solar electricity and heat are generated and consumed