East Netherlands: the center of Cleantech and Energy
Home to 1,400+ companies and world-class research institutions, East Netherlands leads in renewable energy, hydrogen, and circular economy innovations. Partner with us to power a sustainable future.
With key initiatives like Battery Valley and Hy East NL, a hydrogen valley dedicated to advancing hydrogen technologies, East Netherlands actively contributes to regional, national, and global ambitions to reduce harmful emissions and resource consumption.
A thriving ecosystem of innovators
Oost NL boosts innovative ecosystems in East Netherlands. We achieve this by investing, fostering innovation, and building international connections.
Diverse and collaborative business network
East Netherlands boasts a robust network of global corporations and innovative SMEs:
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Multinational corporations: Akzo Nobel, BASF, Rabobank, Royal HaskoningDHV, ABN AMRO, Tauw, Tempress, and PWC.
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Innovative SMEs: HyET (fuel cell efficiency) and Vitens (water supply to 4 million residents).
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International leaders: DNV GL, a Norwegian nonprofit with 15,000 employees in 100 countries, and its DNV KEMA Laboratories in Arnhem with 2,300 experts. Kiwa, an international leader in gas and water technology, employs over 1,500 staff worldwide and is headquartered in the region.
Diverse and collaborative business network
East Netherlands boasts a robust network of global corporations and innovative SMEs:
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Multinational corporations: Akzo Nobel, BASF, Rabobank, Royal HaskoningDHV, ABN AMRO, Tauw, Tempress, and PWC.
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Innovative SMEs: HyET (fuel cell efficiency) and Vitens (water supply to 4 million residents).
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International leaders: DNV GL, a Norwegian nonprofit with 15,000 employees in 100 countries, and its DNV KEMA Laboratories in Arnhem with 2,300 experts. Kiwa, an international leader in gas and water technology, employs over 1,500 staff worldwide and is headquartered in the region.
Research and education
East Netherlands is home to top-tier universities and research institutes, such as:
- Radboud University, excelling in physical sciences and molecular materials.
- University of Twente, focusing on green energy and water security.
- Wageningen University, a global leader in life sciences and bioeconomy.
Universities of Applied Sciences
At the Applied Sciences universities such as HAN, Saxion, and Windesheim, students enroll in programs that emphasize energy and environmental technology, ensuring a pipeline of skilled graduates for the sector.
Research and education
East Netherlands is home to top-tier universities and research institutes, such as:
- Radboud University, excelling in physical sciences and molecular materials.
- University of Twente, focusing on green energy and water security.
- Wageningen University, a global leader in life sciences and bioeconomy.
Universities of Applied Sciences
At the Applied Sciences universities such as HAN, Saxion, and Windesheim, students enroll in programs that emphasize energy and environmental technology, ensuring a pipeline of skilled graduates for the sector.
Innovation areas
Government support fuels growth
National and regional backing
The Dutch government prioritizes energy and Cleantech through long-term innovation programs, securing public funding for research and development. Regional governments invest significantly in sustainable energy transitions, offering subsidy schemes and supporting network organizations that connect over 200 members from government, industry, and academia.
European Collaboration
East Netherlands actively participates in EU Framework Programs, leveraging millions in public-private project funding to advance Cleantech and energy innovation.
Government support fuels growth
National and regional backing
The Dutch government prioritizes energy and Cleantech through long-term innovation programs, securing public funding for research and development. Regional governments invest significantly in sustainable energy transitions, offering subsidy schemes and supporting network organizations that connect over 200 members from government, industry, and academia.
European Collaboration
East Netherlands actively participates in EU Framework Programs, leveraging millions in public-private project funding to advance Cleantech and energy innovation.
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