The Netherlands produced a record 132 billion kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity in 2025. New figures from Statistics Netherlands (CBS) show that renewable sources now account for 49 percent of total electricity production. Biomass remains a stable factor, contributing to security of supply and grid balance.
Total electricity production rose by 10 percent last year. This growth was partly driven by a favorable year for solar energy (+17 percent) and record exports to neighboring countries (+25 percent). With a 49 percent share from sources such as wind, solar, and biomass, the renewable sector confirms its position as the main supplier to the Dutch energy mix for the second year in a row.
The role of biomass in a hybrid energy mix
While onshore wind generation declined slightly due to specific weather conditions, biomass production increased slightly. This source is increasingly serving as dispatchable power within the Dutch system. Unlike solar and wind power, which are weather-dependent, biomass and biogas plants can supply power continuously or ramp up when demand peaks.
It is precisely this flexibility that allows biomass to supplement the demand for other renewable sources. The CBS report shows that this combination is essential for ensuring the stability of the Dutch electricity grid. This is especially true in a year when exports to Germany and Belgium have increased significantly.
The Netherlands as a net exporter
According to Statistics Netherlands (CBS), the increase in total production, including a 14 percent increase in the use of gas-fired and coal-fired power plants, is directly related to the international market. Dutch electricity consumption remained virtually unchanged, but demand from neighboring countries was historically high. This further strengthened the Netherlands' position as a net exporter of electricity. The diverse mix of renewable and controllable sources ensures a strong competitive position in the European energy market.
Source: CBS
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