# Dutch regional opposition to nuclear energy sites

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/dutch-regional-opposition-to-nuclear-energy-sites
> Updated: 2026-09-18T12:47:17.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Regional authorities in the Netherlands are expressing opposition to proposed nuclear energy developments. In Groningen, the provincial government and the municipalities of Eemsdelta and Het Hogeland submitted a formal objection to the Dutch House of Representatives regarding plans for two new nuclear power plants. They argue that the national government’s selection of Eemshaven as a viable site is based on flawed research and that the decision lacks sufficient information regarding long-term consequences.

Simultaneously, the Flevoland provincial government has rejected proposals to host a Small Modular Reactor (SMR) in Lelystad. While grid operator TenneT included Lelystad in technical scenarios as an alternative to large-scale plants, Flevoland officials cited unsuitable soil conditions, cooling water issues, and a lack of industrial clusters as reasons for their opposition.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-18: Flevoland rejects proposal for small modular nuclear reactor

Flevoland provincial authorities have rejected the proposal to host a Small Modular Reactor (SMR) in Lelystad, citing soil conditions and lack of industrial clusters.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/flevoland-rejects-proposal-for-small-modular-nuclear-reactor

### 2026-09-15: Groningen authorities oppose nuclear plant plans in Eemshaven

Groningen officials have formally objected to Dutch government plans to site two new nuclear power plants in Eemshaven, citing flawed research and potential conflicts with regional energy goals.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/groningen-authorities-oppose-nuclear-plant-plans-in-eemshaven

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