Energy Café NH: Energy autonomy and innovation power in Den Helder
How can regions become more self-sufficient while simultaneously contributing to a stable, future-proof energy system? In the Noordkop, this issue is already taking concrete form.
Energy autonomy and innovation power in the Noordkop
The Noordkop takes center stage during the second edition of the Energiecafé NH: a region where energy, innovation, and entrepreneurship reinforce each other. With municipalities such as Den Helder, Schagen, Texel, and Hollands Kroon, this area is rapidly developing into a powerful engine within the energy transition.
Thanks to its strategic location on the North Sea, a strong maritime sector, and a growing ecosystem of innovative companies, Den Helder in particular is positioning itself as a national hotspot for energy innovation. Here, offshore wind, energy hubs, and new generation technologies come together.
Be inspired by four speakers who will take you through current practical examples from the region. Expect sharp insights, concrete cases, and plenty of opportunity for networking and discussion.
Are you curious how the Noordkop is building the energy of tomorrow? Then join this inspiring edition of the Energiecafé NH.
Program
15: 30: Walk-in and reception
16: 00: Welcome – René de Visser (Rabobank)
16: 05: Introduction – Maarten Deutekom (New Energy Coalition) On Giulietta Cohen (Development company NHN)
16: 10: Content program, with:
- Erwin Meijboom (Slowmill) – Innovation in the field of wave energy, with technology that generates sustainable electricity from waves in temperate seas such as the North Sea.
- Bart van der Wielen (RWE) – On the Blue Port Centre in Den Helder as the base for the management and maintenance of the OranjeWind offshore wind farm.
- Arnold Boon (Municipality of Den Helder) – On the development of energy hubs at Kooypunt and Nieuwe Diep as a solution for grid congestion.
- Jacques Burger (Flower Bulb Company GP Burger) – On how an agricultural family business is leading the way in sustainability and energy management.
17:00 – 18:00Q&A session and networking reception
Practical information
Location: METIP, Willemsoord 51, 1781 AS Den Helder
Date: Thursday, June 4, 2026
Time: 15.30 - 18.00
About Energy Café North Holland
About Energy Café North Holland
The Energy Café connects entrepreneurship, policy and knowledge in Noord-Holland Noord to collaborate on concrete solutions for current energy challenges. Each edition focuses on a different part of our region, showcasing the innovations and practical solutions already being applied there or under development. Get inspired, expand your network, and discover how you can already take steps today in collaboration with others towards a smarter, more efficient, and future-proof energy system.
The Energy Café is an initiative of New Energy Coalition, Development Company Noord-Holland Noord and Rabobank.