Gridlock in the Netherlands

The Netherlands government has laid out ambitious plans to be climate neutral by 2050. These efforts, while they have moved the Netherlands closer to achieving decarbonisation, have rapidly changed both energy demand and supply. These changes at the end of the wires have placed significant pressure on the grid, with the glut of renewable energy posing a particular congestion challenge. This article examines short- and long-term strategies to alleviate gridlock, reflecting on the Netherlands’ commitment to sustainable energy transition amidst challenges in balancing supply and demand.