Energizing Collaboration: Promoting change through the Gelders Energie Akkoord
Energizing collaboration: Promoting change through the Gelders Energie Akkoord
The Gelders Energie Akkoord is striving for a climate-neutral province of Gelderland by 2050, an ambitious objective requiring significant shifts in energy consumption and production from all stakeholders. Acting as the orchestrator within this agreement, Good Growth Collective has been focusing on enhancing and guiding collaboration among the over 250 affiliated organizations.
Challenge
The Provincial Government of Gelderland aims to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 55% by 2030 compared to 1990 levels, and to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. While progress has been made, consistently meeting annual targets and expanding sustainable energy production remain significant challenges. The Good Growth Collective plays a key role in bridging this gap by developing new strategies, supporting innovation, and inspiring all stakeholders to take action.
Energizing Transition: Impact on local and decentralized energy networks
With the appointment of Bernd Hendriksen as the new GEA-regisseur, Good Growth Collective has injected significant energy into the organization. Bernd's expertise in sustainability, climate, and energy, combined with his deep knowledge of Gelderland, has enabled him to implement effective strategies that drive the transition towards local and decentralized energy networks.
Under his leadership, partners of the Gelders Energie Akkoord are actively collaborating to create practical solutions for challenges like grid congestion, while also unlocking opportunities for the region's energy-intensive industries. Good Growth Collective's involvement ensures that these collective efforts are not only foundational but also yield measurable impacts in achieving the GEA's goals.
Results
Update on climate toals – We presented the progress and challenges of Gelderland’s climate targets to the provincial states, highlighting the path toward zero emissions by 2050.
Practical guide on grid congestion – On May 13th, a guidebook will be launched for Dutch businesses with practical solutions to tackle grid congestion, developed with Gelders Energie Akkoord and key partners.
‘De Top van Onderop’ congress – On June 13th, we’ll host this event with the National Climate Platform, showcasing practical examples and workshops to support Gelderland’s climate goals.
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Kevin van Dam
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