Netherlands aquifer energy storage

What is aquifer thermal energy storage?

Aquifer thermal energy storage (ATES) is a source of renewable energy that is extracted from the subsurface using the heat naturally present in the soil and groundwater. Storing heat and cold in the subsurface is a way of heating and cooling homes and buildings, a need that accounts for 40 percent of global energy demand.

What is Deltares aquifer thermal energy storage?

Deltares identifies opportunities for governments and developers of ATES systems with respect to combining ATES with heat extraction from surface water, waste water and mains water (aquathermal energy), fresh water storage, and remediating soil pollution. How does aquifer thermal energy storage work?

What technologies are developing in the east of the Netherlands?

Focus on three key technologies that are already developing strongly in the east of the Netherlands: electrical energy engineering, electrochemical energy storage and sustainable drive systems. Smart energy Hub: Smart decentralised energy system that produces, stores and uses sustainable energy locally.

What are the laws & regulations on energy storage in the Netherlands?

No specific laws & regulations: In the Netherlands, energy storage is not described in Dutch laws and regulations as a specific item. Standard requirements: It has to meet standard requirements for production and consumption and some specific technologies that are part of the energy storage system must comply with standardisation.

What is the purpose of electricity in the Netherlands?

Consumer: Uses electricity to power industrial processes, household appliances, etc., or to provide light and heat. • Capacity Mechanism: There is no Dutch capacity mechanism. It is currently based on market forces.

Are grid managers allowed to buy energy in the Netherlands?

Grid managers are not allowed to buy energy on the market themselves in the Netherlands. Examples of regional grid managers are Liander and Stendin. entrepreneurs who want to become active across borders. Prohibits the placing on the market of certain batteries manufactured with mercury or cadmium. Encourages the recycling of (parts of) batteries.