Since the end of 2022, the Klusbus has been traveling through Eindhoven to help residents save energy and money. The Klusbus quickly, free of charge, and effectively installed small energy-saving measures. A total of 15,759 households were visited, especially in neighborhoods at high risk of energy poverty. The Klusbus is stopping but will continue in another form.
At the end of 2022, the Klusbus started. The goal was to install energy-saving measures in 14,000 households by March 2025. This goal has been exceeded with 15,759 visited homes.
The results:
- 109,000 LED lamps installed
- 10,000 draft strips applied
- 25,000 radiators fitted with foil
The estimated CO2 savings: about 4100 kilotons. This is comparable to 747 times Glow or 2091 times the annual consumption of the Philips Stadium.
Positive Energy Café in Woensel-Zuid
In October 2024, the Positive Energy Café started in Woensel-Zuid. A place focused on energy saving, greening, and connection in the neighborhood. It is a continuation of the Klusbus specifically for residents of Woensel-Zuid who were previously not reached.
The Positive Energy Café is an initiative of the municipality and housing corporations. Residents can cook and eat a sustainable daily meal for free or have a cup of coffee. They can also ask all their questions about energy to an energy coach. Additionally, they can book a handyman for small energy-saving measures or gardeners from Eindhoven de Groenste to create a front garden.
Every second and fourth Wednesday of the month, the Positive Energy Café is open from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at community center De Werf in Mensfort. On other Wednesdays, the warm-hearted members of the Positive Energy Café are present in the neighborhood with a pop-up installation. For more information, visit hetpositieveenergiecafe.nl.
Other Sustainability Projects
Eindhoven will start implementing the National Insulation Program in the fourth quarter of 2025. This will allow homeowners to receive subsidies to better insulate their homes. A new Heat Program will also be introduced at the end of 2025. This will include plans to help residents save energy in various ways. More information will follow via eindhovenduurzaam.nl.