SDE++

The Stimulation of Sustainable Energy Production and Climate Transition (SDE++) is a Dutch operating subsidy for organisations planning to generate renewable energy or use carbon-reducing technologies. It provides long-term financial security for large-scale projects. Control Union offers expert support to guide organisations through the SDE++ application process, facilitating access to this vital scheme for renewable energy production.

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    What is SDE++?

    The SDE++ scheme, which builds upon the former SDE+, provides financial support by covering the unprofitable component of an investment. This is the difference between the technology’s cost and the market value of the energy produced. Subsidies are granted for twelve or fifteen years, making investments in renewable energy subsidies and carbon reduction technologies financially viable. This framework is designed to meet customer and market requirements for sustainable operations by providing long-term project stability.

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    Why choose Control Union as your verification partner?

    • Global and local customer-focused employees with broad knowledge and years of (practical) experience. We guide you through the changing world of verifications and certifications.

    • We conduct audits and certifications with a human touch. We enjoy contributing ideas on how to take your company to the next level and communicate clearly about the verification process.

    • Control Union understands the importance of acting quickly, which is why our auditors will visit you for the audit as soon as possible after your request, always in consultation with you, of course.

    Features of SDE++

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    Long-term operating subsidy

    Receive financial support for a fixed period of twelve or fifteen years, depending on the technology used.

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    Focus on the unprofitable component

    The subsidy covers the gap between the cost of the technology and the market revenue from the energy it produces.

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    Phased application process

    Applications are submitted in phases, each with a maximum subsidy limit, and are processed on a first-come, first-served basis.

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    Competitive by subsidy intensity

    Projects applying for a lower subsidy amount than the maximum rate for their technology are ranked higher.

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    Market-based correction

    The subsidy amount is adjusted annually to reflect changes in market prices for the renewable energy you generate.

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    6 steps of verifying with Control Union

    Apply for verifying

    Apply using the contact details at the bottom of this page

    Determining scope for verifying

    Together, we discuss the details and scope of your application. Which processes, products and/or locations would you like to have verified?

    Quotation & contract

    After establishing exact scopes and auditing times, you’ll receive our quote. After agreement, you may start the prepatation phase.

    Audit planning, preparation, execution and repporting.

    You will be assigned one of our qualified and independent auditors. We’ll reach out to you to check if you’re ready for the initial audit. If needed, we’ll provide additional information to help to prepare. Good to go? The initial audit is planned, carried out and reported.

    Review

    During the audit, we will assess if you meet the requirements. After that, we will confirm if you’ve fully complied, if there are things to improve, or if there are any non-conformities. Together, we will discuss our findings, plan of action and planning in case of non-conformities. In case your chosen program includes a logo, we will discuss this too.

    Results of verifying

    The end result of a verifying process is a declaration that shows your organization is complying wit the chosen standard. We will discuss how to continue from there. Usually the verifying process is repeted yearly, but it might be more often depending on the needs and size of the organization.

    Global coverage, local knowledge

    Control Union provides peace of mind in supply chains worldwide. Thanks to our up-to-date knowledge and experience, we cover all aspects of the supply and value chain in various industries. We think along, communicate clearly and offer concrete solutions. As a ‘one-stop shop’ for international and local certificates and verifications, we make certification and verifications more efficient. Want to know more about our independent, accredited audits and certifications? Whether you are certifying for the first time or have been around for years, we help!

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