Belgium plans to increase its photovoltaic (PV) capacity to 33.6 GW by 2035 as part of its draft national energy and climate plan (NECP). This plan outlines the country’s strategies for renewable energy, energy efficiency, and climate policies.
Belgium solar capacity 2035 target set at 15.5 GW by 2030
The draft NECP projects that Belgium will have a total installed PV capacity of 15.5 GW by 2030. This is an increase from the 13.6 GW target set in the previous NECP for 2021-2030. The revised target aligns with the European Union’s updated rules, which require member states to review their energy and climate plans by June 30, 2024.
The federal government and the three regions — Flanders, Wallonia, and Brussels — collaborated on the draft NECP. Each region has its own targets and plans for renewable energy, including solar PV.
Flanders aims to reach 13.2 GW of solar capacity by 2030, which is a slight increase from the previous target of 12.5 GW. Wallonia plans to increase its solar capacity to 2 GW by 2030, up from the 1.1 GW target in the previous NECP. Brussels aims to reach 0.3 GW of solar capacity by 2030, up from the previous target of 0.2 GW.
Belgium solar capacity 2035 goal aims to double current PV levels
Looking beyond 2030, the draft NECP sets an even more ambitious target of 33.6 GW of PV capacity by 2035. This long-term goal reflects Belgium’s commitment to expanding its renewable energy infrastructure and reducing its reliance on fossil fuels.
The draft NECP also highlights Belgium’s progress in deploying renewable energy. By the end of 2022, the country had already reached 8.9 GW of PV capacity, with 8.2 GW in Flanders, 0.7 GW in Wallonia, and 0.18 GW in Brussels. In the same year, Belgium added 1.04 GW of new PV capacity, with most of the growth occurring in the residential sector.
With these new targets, Belgium aims to further accelerate the deployment of solar PV in the coming years. The draft NECP outlines several measures to support this growth, including financial incentives for solar installations, streamlined permitting processes, and investments in grid infrastructure.
Belgium solar capacity 2035 plan drives renewable energy progress
By increasing its solar capacity, Belgium aims to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, improve energy security, and create new economic opportunities. The draft NECP emphasizes the importance of renewable energy in achieving these goals and positioning Belgium as a leader in the energy transition.
The draft NECP is currently open for public consultation, allowing stakeholders to provide feedback and suggestions. Once finalized, the NECP will serve as a roadmap for Belgium’s energy and climate policies over the next decade.
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