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Borselse Conditions Group

A number of large (energy) projects are coming to Borsele. It is not the municipality that decides whether these projects come and where they go, that is a matter for central government. However, the municipality of Borsele wants to be prepared and has asked the residents to draw up conditions in case these projects go ahead. For example, what do we need for the landscape, the quality of life and safety in Borsele if new energy projects come here? This is why it was decided to set up the Borsele Conditions Group (BVG) with residents chosen by lot and representatives of the village councils, supported by local experts.

More information about the process of the Borselse Conditions Group and the Borselse Conditions:

Impact study

Together with the Province of Zeeland, we commissioned a study on the potential impact of the arrival of two new nuclear power plants at Borssele. The study was carried out by independent researchers from HZ University of Applied Sciences and Lysias Advies. They published their findings and advice in the report 'Impact report on the construction of Borssele nuclear power plants. Burdens and benefits in balance'. The impact study was a combination of document studies, analysis of existing data, interviews with experts and people involved in the construction of similar nuclear power plants in the UK and Finland. The researchers also consulted around 100 residents and representatives of organisations in the region, such as the police, GGD Zeeland, the business community, Safety Region Zeeland and the municipalities of Zeeland. This is a 1.0 version, as much is still unknown and needs to be researched.

The researchers conclude that the construction of new nuclear power plants in Borssele is a megaproject with both opportunities and challenges. The expected negative impacts (nuisance and inconvenience) concern the immediate vicinity of the construction site. The positive impacts and opportunities for added value will mainly affect the economy of the wider region. By taking timely and well-considered measures, it is possible to balance the burdens and benefits. To this end, the researchers offer several pieces of advice.

It is important to have a clear picture of what the construction of nuclear power plants means. By mapping this, we now have a first solid insight and know where further research, agreements and measures are needed. With these insights, and as more information becomes available from the government, we can further refine the Borselse Conditions.

Read the impact report below: 

Questions?

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Our team can be reached at the mail address gelb@borsele.nl.