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Netherlands Power: Renewables to Surge 168% by 2035
20 Nov
Summary
- Renewable power capacity in the Netherlands is projected to reach 111.7GW by 2035.
- Coal power generation will cease completely by 2028, ahead of the 2030 deadline.
- Grid congestion, rising tariffs, and permitting delays pose challenges to renewable expansion.
The Netherlands is accelerating its clean energy transformation, with a substantial increase in renewable power capacity anticipated by 2035. Driven by solar PV and wind energy, capacity is forecast to climb to 111.7GW, a significant rise from 41.6GW in 2024. This growth is bolstered by supportive policies like the SDE++ programme and grid expansion projects aimed at enhancing system flexibility.
Conventional power sources are seeing a marked shift. Coal power generation is scheduled for complete discontinuation by 2028, well ahead of the initial target. Natural gas will continue to serve as a crucial balancing energy source. Meanwhile, plans are advancing for new nuclear reactors alongside life-extension considerations for existing capacity, as part of a long-term low-carbon strategy.
Despite the positive outlook, the nation faces hurdles including grid congestion, escalating network tariffs, and permitting delays, which could impact project timelines. Addressing these challenges and strategically accelerating the deployment of energy storage solutions will be vital for sustaining the renewable expansion momentum and achieving a climate-neutral power system by 2050.
