Due to global warming climate is changing. The cause? When we burn fossil fuels, like gas, coal and oil, heat-trapping greenhouse gasses are emitted in the air.
"}},{"title":"Important examples of GHG emissions","richBody":{"value":"The more greenhouse gasses we emit the more heat they trap, causing temperatures to increase.
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Compared to 1990, we aim to:
As part of the EU, the Netherlands aims to be climate‑neutral by 2050. This means that by then we will live completely without natural gas. For many people, this also means greater living comfort (think of better insulation).
You don’t have to disconnect your home from gas right away. But it is smart to check what you can already do now. Spoiler: it’s important for your home’s value.
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Ready to get started with energy‑saving measures? Then make sure to check in advance how you can keep the costs as low as possible with government subsidies.
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