This study examines overarching issues surrounding energy hubs: what is the actual added value of realising energy hubs? What do they deliver for the participating entrepreneurs and for the Dutch energy system, and what do they contribute to social prosperity? Similarly, what priority should we give to the different forms of energy hubs?
This study assessed the social values and business cases for five energy hubs on business parks between from 2025 to 2034. The approach generated an assessment framework to estimate whether an energy hub has social value and a good payback period. In addition, key barriers and success factors for energy hubs were identified.
This study thereby provides insight for policymakers regarding the further development of incentives and the facilitation of energy hubs. In addition, it offers starting points for local energy hubs.