Sustainable energy production and climate transition subsidy scheme (SDE++)

Does your company want to produce renewable energy or use techniques that reduce CO2? You may qualify for a the Sustainable Energy Production and Climate Transition Scheme (Stimulering Duurzame Energieproductie en Klimaattransitie, SDE++).

The following categories (techniques) are eligible for SDE++:

• renewable electricity
• renewable heat
• renewable gas
• low-carbon heat
• low-carbon production

You will receive a subsidy for 12 or 15 years, depending on the technology you use.

What are the conditions for the SDE++?

You can apply for the SDE++ if you meet the general conditions, among others:

• You are the intended producer: your company or non-profit organisation will realise and operate the production facility itself.
• You have not applied for the Sustainable energy investment subsidy (ISDE), the Energy Investment Allowance (EIA), or the Subsidy scheme for Cooperative Energy Generation (SCE) for your production facility.
• You have not yet started building the production facility and you have not yet entered into an agreement for the delivery or installation of (parts of) the production facility.
• You have conduct a feasibility study.

You must also meet the specific conditions for the category you apply for.

How to apply?

You can apply for the SDE++ subsidy to the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) from 27 October 2026, 9:00 hours until 26 November 2026, 17:00 hours.