Heating and energy transition initiatives in Belgium and the Netherlands

Various regional initiatives are focusing on sustainable heating and energy transitions. In Denderleeuw, Belgium, the municipality is hosting an information session as part of the ‘Week of the Heat Pump’ to educate residents on the feasibility of heat pump installations and necessary home renovations.

In the Netherlands, the municipality of Leiden is engaging residents of the Waardeiland district regarding the transition to clean energy. An information session will be held to discuss potential solutions, including heat networks and collective or individual heat pump systems. The city is utilizing the ‘BuurtWarmteWijzer’ online tool to gather resident preferences and situational data to inform the district's implementation plan.

Technical experts are also providing guidance on optimizing heating systems. In the Netherlands, advice is being shared regarding the correct settings for smart thermostats when paired with heat pumps to ensure efficiency. In Belgium, HVAC experts are warning homeowners against the misconception that radiators require annual preventive bleeding, noting that air in a well-functioning closed system may indicate underlying issues.