The power grid is congested. This has great impact on sustainability and economic development. In the Grid Congestion Learn & Share event series, we exchange knowledge, connect partners, and identify what solutions are needed.
To solve grid congestion, we need each other. Real scaling up and acceleration is still proving difficult. We see two main challenges in this:
- Knowledge level: Grid congestion is no longer a new topic. Yet many organisations know little about the current situation and possible solutions. When more partners are informed, we activate a larger group of stakeholders who can work together on solutions.
- Overview: Much is already happening nationally, regionally and locally. Amsterdam Economic Board and our Amsterdam Smart City programme are also working on initiatives, touching the challenges surrounding grid congestion. An integral overview of activities is lacking. Understanding more about what works well and possible next steps, would be a good idea. This prevents duplicate work.
Programme
This second edition of our event series Grid Congestion Learn & Share focuses on energy transition through energy communities of both businesses and residents. We’ll be guests of Waag Futurelab. With this partner, the Amsterdam Economic Board is exploring possibilities for the idea that by 2050 at least 50% of the energy for built environment and private transport will be generated via a social initiative. Learn more about what we are doing about voltage on the power grid through our exploration Energy transition through local vigour.
Are you interested in this event or would you like to contribute to this event series yourself? Please send an email to c.teurlings@amecboard.com.
More information about the programme will follow.
More information
Read the report about the first edition of Grid Congestion Learn & Share. And check the next editions:
Labour Market – November 5th
One way to solve the overloading of the power grid is to quickly expand it. If there are thicker cables everywhere, there will be no more grid congestion. However, this demands a considerable labour effort. In this session we will dive into the issues surrounding the labour market. We are guests of the Centre of Expertise City Net Zero, Hogeschool van Amsterdam.
Flexibility in energy consumption – January 2025 (Week 4)
What if we’d not all charge our cars at the end of a work day? Or if flexible energy contracts would encourage turning on the washing machine when the sun shines? What outcomes would a smarter use of energy offer for grid congestion?
Energy conservation – March 2025 (Week 10)
Saving energy can also be a solution to combat grid congestion. We are looking at energy conservation opportunities.
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