Electricity as an energy source

Uniper provides the electricity that the Netherlands needs every day. Our commitment to innovation and sustainability ensures that we play a leading role in the energy transition, delivering reliable power for everyone.

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How do we do this?

Electricity is essential for daily life and industry in the Netherlands. At Uniper, we take responsibility for providing this energy in a reliable and efficient manner.

At the same time, we are actively working to minimize our environmental impact. Our production sites in the Netherlands play a crucial role in ensuring the continuity of the energy supply, now and in the future.

From coal and natural gas to sustainable electricity solutions

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Generating electricity with coal is one of the oldest and most proven methods. It is a reliable way to produce large-scale energy. However, coal combustion also presents significant challenges.

Uniper is committed to sustainability by converting our coal plants into environmentally friendly alternatives. As we move away from coal, we focus on creating a clean and reliable energy supply for the future.

Natural gas as a temporary bridge

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Electricity generation from natural gas occurs in combined cycle gas plants (CCGT), which achieve higher efficiency (50-60%) by using both gas turbines and steam turbines. Gas plants, like those operated by Uniper, produce significantly less CO₂ and other pollutants compared to coal plants, thus contributing less to air pollution and climate change.

Locations where this is generated

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De Maasvlakte Power Plant 3 (MPP3)  

This is one of the most modern coal-fired power plants in Europe. Our Rotterdam plant is therefore particularly efficient. Nevertheless, Uniper is also working at this location on technologies that reduce environmental impact, such as CO₂ capture and storage (CCS) and the use of biomass.

Rotterdam (RoCa)

This plant in Capelle aan den IJssel produces both electricity and heat through CCGT technology (Combined Cycle Gas Turbine). The residual heat is supplied to the local heating network.

Leiden

Here too, our plant produces electricity and heat using CCGT technology (Combined Cycle Gas Turbine). The residual heat is utilized by supplying it to the local heating network.

The hague

Our plant on De Constant Rebecqueplein is one of the oldest power plants still in operation in the Netherlands. Here, we produce both electricity and heat. This location also serves as an energy hub where innovative sustainable solutions are integrated.

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At Uniper, we are committed to enhancing the sustainability of our electricity generation. We invest in new technologies and work on integrating sustainable solutions into our existing infrastructure. This includes the use of biomass, CO₂ capture and storage, and optimizing our facilities to reduce their ecological footprint.

Discover our plans for the future