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At a time of major changes within climate and agricultural policy, sustainability and the energy transition, Publieke Zaken provides clarity and direction.
We advise organizations in the agriculture, circular economy, built environment, industry and mobility sectors in developing and implementing their public affairs strategy. From nitrogen issues to renewable fuels and grid congestion, we help companies navigate issues that transcend sectors.
With in-depth knowledge and an extensive network, we help our clients not only understand current developments, but also respond to them in a timely manner.
Agriculture
The agricultural sector is facing major changes in areas such as nitrogen policy, manure surplus and making sector-wide operations more sustainable. What will happen to livestock and how do we ensure the right balance between farming and biodiversity and maintaining healthy soil? These are important questions that need to be answered at the national level.
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New regulations, such as the Water Framework Directive and tightened nitrogen standards, require innovative solutions and sustainable operations. Publieke Zaken advises companies on how best to navigate the complex playing field of national and European laws and regulations. From using fertilizers more efficiently to improving animal welfare: sustainability offers opportunities to strengthen the sector.
Not only national and European regulations, but also local and provincial policies have a major impact. Municipalities and provinces play a key role in the implementation of national policies. We follow these developments closely and ensure that you are always well informed, so that you can future-proof your business.
Circular Economy
The transition to a circular economy (CE) offers opportunities, but also requires smart spatial solutions. The raw materials transition is a huge task and thus brings several challenges. For example, the redevelopment of industrial sites and cities with more consideration for circular processes.
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Collectors, waste handlers, recyclers and other players in the chain are crucial to collect and process materials efficiently and then repurpose them. Often they face new regulations that affect their business activities, such as the amended Environmental Management Act and the upcoming Circular Economy Act.
Publieke Zaken advises players across the chain. We help you understand complex legislation and give you insight into how legislation or policy choices affect your business activities. If required, we support you in influencing upcoming policy decisions. We keep a close eye on not only national but also European policies. Moreover, local and provincial actors, such as municipalities and environmental services, are also important links in the realization of a circular economy.
Built Environment
Making the built environment more sustainable is crucial to ensuring a livable future. But in a country where space is scarce, the challenges are ample. How do we build enough housing, make our energy supply more sustainable and protect nature at the same time? Finding a balance in this is essential. Ongoing legislative and regulatory processes such as the Collective Heat Act (WCW) and the Energy Act are important steps to enable this transformation. But with much overlap in themes, the transition in the built environment is also a topic that involves a great deal of complexity.
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Nitrogen issues and grid congestion are challenges that increase the pressure on spatial planning. This requires careful coordination at the European, national and local levels, within the complex playing field of the built environment in which many interests converge. Publieke Zaken helps you find a way through these dynamics. By closely following developments, we ensure that you have the right handles. In this way we work together to make your company or organization future-proof and at the same time work on tomorrow's built environment.
Industry
Making industry more sustainable is a crucial part of the broader energy transition. To meet climate goals, industry faces significant changes, from switching to cleaner energy sources such as hydrogen to reducing CO₂ emissions. In addition, developments such as carbon capture and storage (CCS) and the reduction of gas production in the North Sea play an important role in securing future energy supply and security of supply.
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At the same time, companies must comply with the requirements of, for example, the European Emission Trading Scheme (ETS2) and the national carbon tax. These developments involve not only technical but also policy complexity, with both national and European regulations playing an important role.
At Publieke Zaken , we help companies get to grips with these complex developments. We closely follow national and European regulations that affect the industry, including legislation on sustainability, the business climate and energy infrastructure. Do you feel that your business interests are struggling to get through to politicians? Then we are happy to be of service. Together we can lay down a strategy that strengthens your voice in the political arena.
Mobility
The mobility sector is on the eve of a profound transition, from 2035 no cars may be sold within the European Union that emit CO₂. This brings major challenges for both the government and companies. How will this turnaround be achieved? What role do electric vehicles, biofuels, RFNBOs and the challenges around grid congestion play? And with subsidies for electric cars slowly disappearing, what are the alternative solutions for businesses and consumers?
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At Publieke Zaken , we support companies in this dynamic sector to deal strategically with these changes. We monitor developments at the national level, but also keep a close eye on European regulations. Legislation such as RED III (renewable energy), AFIR (regulation of charging infrastructure) and other relevant policy frameworks have a direct impact on the mobility sector. We ensure that our clients are not only aware of these changes, but are also able to respond to them proactively.