Safety is our number one priority—in construction, materials, processes and procedures, maintenance, and the technology we use. We adhere to national and international standards and apply the latest knowledge and insights. In addition, nuclear power plants must comply with strict laws and requirements. The ANVS is the independent organisation oversees this. […]
By resultIn order to be allowed to build nuclear power plants, extensive research is conducted into the impact on nature, including animals living in the vicinity of the nuclear power plants. One of the reasons the government opts for nuclear power plants is that they produce low-carbon electricity and are therefore better for nature than power plants that use fossil fuels […]
By resultIn everyday life, you usually hardly notice it. Just like any other large industrial park, there are several large buildings in view. The power plants do not cause noise pollution. What you may notice, however, is that there will be extra focus on safety in the region, such as periodic tests of warning systems. This is part of the precautionary measures […]
By resultBuilding a nuclear power plant not only takes a long time, but also requires a lot of space and a large workforce. For example, there is construction traffic to transport materials and workers to the site, and the work also generates noise and dust. Efforts are being made to minimize the disruption caused by construction as much as possible. That is why […]
By resultCurrently, 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.
By resultNEO NL has 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 up-to-date information, visit the government website.
By resultYes. A state-owned enterprise means that the Ministry of Finance owns a company. For example, the Ministry of Finance owns the electricity system operator TenneT. The law stipulates that electricity generation and electricity transmission may not be under the same ownership. That is why NEO NL be a state-owned enterprise and is instead a policy-driven entity of the ministry […]
By resultBeing 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.
By resultNEO 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.
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