Energy hubs

During the National and Delft Climate Week, everyone in the Netherlands showcases what they can do for the climate. TU Delft is doing this by raising awareness of research into various types and forms of energy hubs: smartly managed, decentralised energy systems.

Professor Peter Palensky explains why TU Delft is focusing on energy hubs during the National and Delft Climate Week: ‘We need to electrify the last three sectors that are still entirely gas-based – the transport sector, industry and our heating. One way to achieve this is by converting electricity on industrial sites into hydrogen or other synthetic gases, and for that, you need energy hubs.’

During the International Climate Summit in Baku, EU member states are calling for the global warming limit to be set at a maximum of 1.5 degrees. Energy hubs play a crucial role in accelerating the energy transition: they efficiently integrate renewable energy sources, promote local energy production and foster collaboration between sectors. Furthermore, they help reduce dependence on fossil fuels and strengthen the resilience of the energy network, which is vital for achieving our climate goals.

Behavioural Insights Day (in Dutch: de Dag van het gedrag), organised by the Behavioural Insights Network Netherlands (BIN NL), is a collaboration involving all ministries and national services. It's a great opportunity to read the insights of scientists Emile Chappin and Mariëlle Rietkerk regarding the role of behaviour in accelerating the energy transition.