The Energy Council consists of independent experts who advise the government and the House of Representatives and Senate on various energy issues. The focus of this advice is mainly on the following points:

  • the transition to a climate-neutral, reliable, and affordable energy supply in the Netherlands (the energy transition);
  • reducing dependence on foreign energy sources and raw materials;
  • the preparation of the National Energy System Plan (NPE), the cabinets vision for a sustainable and just energy system until 2050.

Appointments

On February 13, 2026, the Council of Ministers approved the appointment of 6 members of the new Energy Council as of March 1, 2026, upon the recommendation of Minister Hermans of Climate and Green Growth.

The composition of the council is as follows:

  • ir. G.Ch.F.M Depla, also chairman
  • prof. dr. G. Perlaviciute
  • dr. L.G. van Schaik
  • dr. D.E. Hesseling
  • prof. dr. A.P.C. Faaij
  • prof. dr. G.J. Kramer