Dutch grid congestion update: 15,500 businesses waiting, but smarter solutions offer hope
Nearly 15,500 Dutch businesses wait for grid connections as of mid-2026 – growth slows but Utrecht gets a full stop. Experts say part of the €235 billion expansion plan could be avoided with smarter grid use, like Alliander's net-aware district in Arnhem. For expats: expect housing and business delays, and know that netbewust bouwen may become standard from 2028.
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