Outline Agreement On National Energy Policy

Aim and scope

According to the SER and the Minister of Economic Affairs ("Minister"), the outline agreement provides a solid basis for the adoption of a national energy policy that will give the Netherlands an economic boost and make an important contribution towards the realisation of a climate-neutral energy supply in 2050. The final agreement – the National Energy Agreement for Sustainable Growth – will contain provisions on energy conservation, clean technology and climate policy. Implementation of the National Energy Agreement will, it is claimed, result in an affordable and clean energy supply and open up possibilities for the Netherlands in the clean technology markets. According to the SER, the National Energy Agreement will also lead to billions of euros in investments and in turn to thousands of additional jobs. Furthermore, it will improve the competitive position of Dutch businesses and create new opportunities for entrepreneurs.