Getting Water, Electricity, and Gas in the Netherlands: What

Need to set up water, electricity, and gas in the Netherlands? Learn how utility contracts work, what providers to choose from, and tips for expats.

Electricity sector in the Netherlands

OverviewElectricity by power sourceElectricity UseCarbon dioxide emissionsEnergy Agreement for Sustainable Growth2018 ban on coal-fired power plantsExternal linksThe total electricity consumption of the Netherlands in 2021 was 117 terawatt-hours (TWh). The consumption grew from 7 TWh in 1950 by an average of 4.5% per year. In 2021, fossil fuels, such as natural gas and coal, accounted for around 62% of the total electricity produced. Renewable energy sources, such as biomass, wind power, and solar power, produce 38% of the total electricity. One

Energy providers in the Netherlands: Electricity & gas

With EasyNuts and Utility Direct (an independent platform), you can effortlessly arrange all your utilities, including energy, internet, water, and mobile services, within a span of 24 hours, free of charge.

A Guide to Utilities in The Netherlands

In it, you''ll find detailed instructions to securing the best gas and electricity deals, tips for switching to green energy, and information about water packages – and much more.

Energy Companies in the Netherlands: A Complete List & Guide

You have either gas companies or electricity companies that you will have to connect when you just moved to the Netherlands as an expat. Here is an overview of the most common energy

Utilities and Services in Amsterdam (2025)

You will need to get to grips with how the local utilities and services work – that is electricity, gas, water, refuse collection and telecommunications. In this article we provide an

Electricity and gas providers in the Netherlands explained

Living in Holland''s guide to electricity and gas providers in the Netherlands provides information you need to choose the right provider for your home.

Setting up Utilities in the Netherlands: An Expat''s Essential Guide

New to the Netherlands? Learn how to set up utilities (gas, electricity, water, internet, TV) with our expat guide. Tips on providers & contracts.

Electricity sector in the Netherlands

Before 1998, utility companies were allowed to own an electricity network and sell electricity simultaneously, which gave companies that owned the network unfair advantages over companies

Setting Up Your Dutch Utilities | ExpatINFO Holland

Dutch utilities companies typically offer integrated services – electricity, gas and heating and customers tend to bundle service with one supplier for cost savings.

A guide to utilities in the Netherlands

Find out how to set up your contracts for electricity, gas and water in the Netherlands and how to find the best deals.