Energy

The climate change impacts could cause longer and drier summers which could affect other energy sources (nuclear power and hydro-power), while at the same time an increasing need for electricity is at stake (air-conditioning).

This underlines the need for diversification of energy sources, development of renewable energy and a grid that can cope with greater fluctuations in both electricity demand and production.

Studies show that in the Netherlands a maximum of 30% less cooling water will be available in 2050 due to increasing heat. How is that in other countries, and how can we make sure that our electricity plants will still operate effectively in 2050?

But also do other opportunities arise for generating electricity? And what about other industrial sectors, how should they cope with these climate change effects?

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