Everdingen moves forward with gas-free heating using river warmth
Residents of Everdingen could soon heat their homes without gas, thanks to a new district heating network powered by the Lek River. The project, led by Energy Cooperative Huibertstroom, takes a step closer after a collaboration agreement with the municipality of Vijfheerenlanden.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Project | District heating network in Everdingen |
| Energy Source | Lek River and central heat pump |
| Funding | Interest-free and risk-free loan from the Heat Development Fund |
| Parties Involved | Municipality of Vijfheerenlanden & Energy Cooperative Huibertstroom |
| Next Steps | Research phase; residents invited to provide input |
| Alderman Quote | "It’s great to see the dedication and energy within the Huibertstroom team." – Joop van Montfoort |
| Sustainability Benefit | Safer, more reliable, and environmentally friendly compared to gas |
The municipality of Vijfheerenlanden plays a facilitating role in local sustainability initiatives, such as this district heating project. It provides guidance on spatial planning and procedural matters while supporting community-driven energy cooperatives like Huibertstroom.
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Sustainable Everdingen one step closer thanks to collaboration with Huibertstroom
A sustainable and reliable method of heating—that is the goal of Energy Cooperative Huibertstroom. On March 30, 2026, the municipality of Vijfheerenlanden and Huibertstroom signed a collaboration agreement. With this agreement, both parties establish how they will support each other during this further research phase for a district heating network in Everdingen.
Collaboration in the preparatory phase
In the coming period, Huibertstroom will conduct the necessary research. The collaboration agreement ensures that this phase proceeds carefully and in good consultation.
“It’s great to see the dedication and energy within the Huibertstroom team. As a municipality, we are proud of this initiative,” said Alderman Joop van Montfoort.
Heat for the future
A district heating network makes it possible to heat homes and tap water without gas and without a central heating boiler. The heat comes from the Lek River and a central heat pump. This is safer, more reliable, and more environmentally friendly than gas.
Thanks to an interest-free and risk-free loan from the Heat Development Fund, Huibertstroom can further develop the initiative. The municipality provides advice and guidance on spatial and procedural matters.
The collaboration ensures that a sustainable district heating network in Everdingen can be further explored. Residents are invited to contribute their input on the plans. Together, we are taking an important step toward a sustainable and future-proof municipality.
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