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Welcome to Energiek
Alphen on the Rijn

Welcome to Energiek
Alphen on the Rijn

Coöperatie Energiek Alphen aan den Rijn is a local organisation with volunteers who are committed to sustainable energy and energy saving in the municipality. We advise and support residents in using energy consciously. We also encourage sustainable choices to save energy and to generate and share sustainable energy ourselves. Our ultimate goal for all residents, organisations and businesses is an energy-neutral municipality, where energy is affordable and its supply is secure and reliable.

In 2019, Energiek Alphen realised, under the name Sunshine in Alphen the construction of two solar parks. In recent years, our Energy Coaches have provided more than 1,800 energy recommendations to residents of the municipality of Alphen aan den Rijn.

We are currently carrying out various projects, which focus on sustainability measures, future opportunities for generating and sharing sustainable energy by residents, businesses and organisations. And: raising awareness of sustainable energy behaviour among residents of our municipality.

Would you like to join Energiek Alphen aan den Rijn? Then sign up as a volunteer. You will automatically become a member (free of charge) and stay informed about our activities.

signing of the agreement

The board of Energiek Alphen aan den Rijn is made up of residents of our municipality with a special interest in the energy transition. Together with the members of EA, the board determines policy and is responsible for its implementation. The photo was taken during the signing of the cooperation agreement with the municipality. From left to right: Peter Borst, Erik de Ruijter, Alderman Gert van der Ham, Wim van Aken, Menno Stijl and Frank van Oudenhove.

The board meets monthly. A General Members' Meeting is held at least once a year. If you have any topics for the board or are interested in a board position, please send an email to secretaris@energiekalphen.nl.
Erik de Ruijter, chairperson
Wim van Aken, secretary
Peter Borst, treasurer
Menno Stijl, board member Regional Energy Strategy
Ferd Schelleman, general board member
Frank van Oudenhove, board member Energy Saving


Retirement schedule
2026: Erik de Ruijter and Wim van Aken
2027: Frank van Oudenhove and Menno Stijl
2028: Peter Borst and Ferd Schelleman

The aim of Energiek Alphen aan den Rijn is to become an energy-neutral municipality and to share energy. To achieve this, we want to generate as much sustainable energy as is used collectively. We have seven key priorities to help us achieve this for our members, residents, businesses and organisations. Read more here further.

On 19 December 2024, the municipality and Energiek Alphen aan den Rijn signed a cooperation agreement for the years 2025-2028. Read here more.

Since 2019, Energiek Alphen aan den Rijn has grown from a small volunteer organisation into a local energy community with 150 members (2024). Members support our initiatives and can participate in the implementation of projects. Membership is free of charge. You will receive invitations to our General Members' Meetings (twice a year) and the newsletter.

We are always looking for volunteers who would like to become Energy Coaches or participate in projects in their neighbourhood. Or who can support the board in the areas of ICT, marketing and communication. For more information, please visit our job vacancies page. You can register using the button below.

You can work at Energiek Alphen aan den Rijn in various positions. Examples include:

  • Energy coach
  • Energy saving support
  • Communications & Marketing Officer
  • Project Assistant, Smarter Sustainability Together
  • Energy handyman
  • Helpdesk employee for energy contracts and financing/subsidies
  • Supervisor for collective procurement of energy measures

Please visit our job vacancies page for a brief description of these positions. You can apply via the button below. We will then contact you shortly to discuss this further.

Alphen on its way to becoming a Glanskern

EA board member Menno Stijl explains the principle of the Glanskern. A fascinating perspective. Click here to read the column.

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