NEO NL for the construction of new nuclear power plants
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Nuclear Energy Organisation Netherlands (NEO NL)
Building a climate-neutral Netherlands
About us
Our goal is to build two nuclear power plants
On behalf of the government
NEO NL a state-owned company and falls under the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy (EZK). The ministry sets the framework within which NEO NL carries out its objectives. It is also our sole shareholder.
Our mission
We are responsible for the construction of two nuclear power plants, including everything that this entails. The two new nuclear power plants that we are going to build will each have a capacity of at least 1,000 megawatts (MW). Both plants will be built at a single location.
Why was NEO NL established?
The Netherlands is developing a reliable energy system built on a diverse energy mix. Nuclear energy complements other climate-friendly sources, such as solar and wind power. Unlike these sources, nuclear energy provides stable, weather-independent electricity generation. In doing so, we contribute to a climate-neutral Netherlands.
A highly complex task
Jaap Eikelboom, Interim CEO“Our task is exceptionally complex, both technically and substantively. Equally important, however, is the understanding that we carry out this project in and together with society.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most frequently asked questions about our organisation.
What does NEO NL stand for?
NEO NL is an abbreviation for Nuclear Energy Organisation Netherlands. By building two nuclear power plants, NEO NL provides an important addition to the Dutch energy system.
NEO NL is a state-owned company. What does that mean?
Being a policy participant means that the government is the owner of NEO NL. The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy is the sole shareholder of NEO NL.
Are there different types of state-owned companies?
Yes. A state-owned enterprise means that the Ministry of Finance is the owner of a company. For example, the Ministry of Finance owns the electricity system operator TenneT. The law stipulates that the production and transmission of electricity may not be owned by the same entity. For this reason, NEO NL be a state-owned enterprise and is instead a policy-owned enterprise of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy.
Will NEO NL also build nuclear power plant 3 and 4?
NEO NL been commissioned to build two nuclear power plants. Two more may be added in the future. The government is investigating the opportunities and possibilities for the third and fourth nuclear power plants. For the latest information, visit the government website.
How many people work at NEO NL?
Currently, approximately 100 people work at NEO NL. They are working hard on all the preparations necessary to build the two nuclear power plants. NEO NL will also make extensive use of the knowledge and expertise of specialist suppliers in the fields of technology, construction, manufacturing, talent development, logistics, project management, and safety.