Smart use of the full grid: the step-by-step plan against grid congestion

6/8/2025

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Written by

Rory Sanders
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In more and more regions in the Netherlands, companies are running into a full power grid. This is what we call with congestion: the electricity grid can no longer always meet the demand for power. For owners of campsites, holiday parks and marinas, this often means waiting longer for a heavier connection or not even being able to get new capacity at all.

Congestiekaart
Current grid congestion in the Netherlands: red = very limited capacity

But what can you do already do it today to deal with this? We help you get started with a practical 6-step plan that not only makes you smarter with energy, but is also ready for a sustainable future.

Step 1: Get insight into your energy use

The first step starts with requesting your measurement data at your certified measurement company. It records exactly how much power you purchase and possibly return. This data provides valuable insights that help you recognize peaks in consumption and optimize consumption.

💡 Tip: Invest in an energy management system or install meters at specific installations, such as charging stations or heat pumps, for extra insight.

Step 2: Map your energy profile

With that measurement data, you can create a energy profile: an overview of when, how much and where you use electricity. Think of graphs by quarter, day or season. This profile is crucial for discovering patterns, peaks and inefficiencies.

Let your technical team, measurement company or energy advisor help you draw up a good profile.

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Step 3: Analyze your energy consumption

Analyze your energy profile to recognizing peaks, understanding seasonal differences and see which machines or departments are the largest consumers. This way, you will discover where you can save and how to avoid exceeding your contracted assets.

Step 4: Start saving energy

Did you know that small adjustments can have a big impact? Think about:

  • Machine automation
  • More efficient heating settings
  • Replacing old installations
🚀 An entrepreneur in our industry saved 30% on electricity by switching from hydraulic to electric machines!

Step 5: Use your transport capacity smarter

Use “behind-the-meter solutions” such as:

  • Load shifting: moving consumption to off-peak hours
  • Battery storage
  • Smart sun setups: solar panels on east/west instead of south

These solutions help you do more with the capacity you already have.

Together against grid congestion

Every location and business is different. But with this step-by-step plan, you lay a firm foundation. Do you want customized guidance? Seijsener helps campsites, marinas and holiday parks with smart energy solutions — from charging solutions to local energy storage.

📞 Contact our team to schedule an informal consultation.