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Logo municipality of Opsterland

Sustainable Opsterland

Energy-Neutral by 2050

Opsterland to be energy-neutral by 2050: that is our goal. Together with our residents and businesses, we want to generate all the energy used in the municipality sustainably within the municipal boundaries. That is why it is one of the key pillars of our coalition agreement.

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All about making your home more sustainable

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Getting started with sustainability

Quickly see the opportunities for your home and do the grant check!

Sustainable Building Counter

Meet energy explorers

A visit from the energy explorer makes an immediate difference.

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Insulation Action Opsterland

We offer €2,177 to spend on insulation in your home.  

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Sustainable news

  • Opsterland Sustainability Days

    From Thursday, September 17, through Saturday, September 19, the municipality of Opsterland is organizing the Sustainability Days in Beetsterzwaag and Bakkeveen.

  • A hot meal and help with saving energy

    On Monday, March 30, the municipality of Opsterland organized its first “Buurthappie” event. Residents of the village gathered at the Langezwaag community center for a free hot meal and information on energy conservation.

  • Recommendation to use an alternative to UF foam for insulation 

    The municipal health services are advising homeowners and housing authorities to opt for an alternative material for insulating cavity walls for the time being.

Did you know that there are 7 energy cooperatives active in Opsterland?

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Municipality of Opsterland

Together, we'll make Opsterland climate-resilient

The climate is changing. Increasingly severe downpours and prolonged heat waves are alternating. But we can improve the situation. Because together, we’re preparing Opsterland for this extreme weather. We’re rolling up our sleeves. We’re putting our words into action. This is our response. Will you join us?

Doer's Kit

  • XXL Rain Barrel, Water Storage (Collection and Reuse)
  • Composting toilet (water usage) dry toilet
  • Green roofs, vertical gardens (water storage, water retention)
  • Greening Paved Areas
  • Disconnecting the downspout from the combined sewer system
  • Rainwater Storage and Treatment
  • Rainwater Harvesting System