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The iterative process: why and how we apply it
Every morning you wake up and the first thing you do is check your mobile phone. Throughout the day, you receive messages on it, and before you go to sleep at night, you set your alarm. We can no longer imagine modern phones not existing. In fact, the very first models wouldn’t have come about
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I have a new product idea, what now?
After a long workday, you’re on your way home. During the journey, you have time to think, and suddenly something pops into your head: a brilliant idea for a new product! Ideally, you’d make it a reality that very evening. The process from idea to market introduction can be overwhelming. Fortunately, a good step-by-step plan
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How will the production of green gas be encouraged?
In an era when the world is paying increasing attention to renewable energy sources, green gas is a promising alternative that has the potential to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels. Green gas, also known as biomethane, is produced from organic material such as green waste, sewage sludge, or even manure. It offers a renewable
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What is bio-energy?
In an era when the urgency of renewable energy sources is becoming increasingly prominent, bioenergy takes centre stage as a promising and environmentally friendly solution. This renewable form of energy, derived from biological sources such as plants, offers a range of possibilities for reducing our dependence on fossil fuels and limiting the impact on the
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This will encourage the use of renewable energy
In a world where the calls for sustainability and environmental awareness are getting louder, the use of renewable energy sources is central to the fight against climate change. While individual efforts by citizens and businesses play an important role, a crucial responsibility rests on governments worldwide to accelerate the transition to renewable energy. With the
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Using more renewable energy, 7 innovations
The energy transition is in full swing. We are switching to renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind, to keep our planet livable. But how do we make this switch smoothly and efficiently? The key lies in innovation. In this blog, we discuss various innovations that make renewable energy easier to use. We look
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4 techniques to promote and exploit geothermal heat
Natural resources play a crucial role in our ongoing search for renewable energy sources. One of the most promising and intriguing sources is geothermal energy, also known as geothermal energy. At a time when environmental pressures are increasing and demand for clean energy is growing, exploring and promoting geothermal energy is seen as a crucial
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Gas extraction winding down in Groningen, the consequences
Groningen earthquakes, gas extraction winding down, sustainable energy: terms that have been in the news frequently in recent years. Gas extraction in Groningen, for decades an indispensable part of the Dutch energy supply, symbolises a tipping point in our energy history. The social unrest surrounding the earthquakes in the earthquake area has led to an
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10 ways to become less dependent on natural gas and oil
In a world increasingly facing the impacts of climate change and natural resource depletion, reducing our dependence on natural gas and oil is an urgent and necessary step towards a more sustainable future. These fossil fuels have long been the backbone of our energy supply and transport, but their environmental impact and our dependence on
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Nuclear power in the Netherlands
Climate neutral by 2050, the government’s ambition. Many renewable energy sources, such as wind, solar and hydrogen, should do their bit to achieve this. But nuclear energy can also make a major contribution to achieving this goal. Therefore, the Dutch government has committed to opening two new nuclear power plants and the current nuclear power
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How does solar energy work?
The accessibility of solar panels has skyrocketed in recent years. More and more households are choosing to have solar panels installed to save on their energy consumption. But how does solar energy actually work? The sun is an inexhaustible source of clean energy. With the help of a solar panel, we can convert sunlight into
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The approach to offshore wind power
According to climate agreements, by 2050 all energy used in the Netherlands must come from renewable sources. To achieve this, several approaches are possible. One of them is investing in wind energy, both onshore and offshore. How is the Dutch government tackling the growth of offshore wind energy? We look at the goals of wind