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Support for the creation of an international consortium aimed at building a demonstration SMR reactor in Belgium

During his visit to Vienna for the 69th IAEA Conference, the federal Energy Minister attended the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the Eagles consortium and the IAEA. The EAGLES consortium aims to build a demonstration SMR reactor. On 10 February 2026, the EAGLES consortium, of which SCK CEN is a member, signed an agreement with the company newcleo to step up cooperation on lead-cooled fast reactors.

Energy Federal

22 May 2026 Our results

Developing offshore wind energy for our energy security

The federal government is accelerating the development of offshore wind energy in the North Sea. The immediate priority is to relaunch the tender for the first offshore plot in the Princess Elisabeth Zone (PEZ 1), while preparations for the next phase, PEZ 2, continue in parallel.

Energy Federal

22 May 2026 Our results

A clearer and more transparent energy bill

On a proposal from the Energy Minister and the Minister for Consumer Protection, the federal government approved on 3 April 2026, at second reading, a major reform that will come into force on 1 January 2027 and is designed to make energy bills clearer, more transparent and easier to compare for households and businesses.

Energy Federal

22 May 2026 Our results

Energy standard: securing energy costs and boosting our country's industrial attractiveness

The government is taking a major step to reduce businesses' energy costs structurally, strengthen the competitiveness of our electricity-intensive industry and anchor jobs in Belgium. This bill is the cornerstone of the energy standard, one of this government's priorities. It establishes a clear and lasting framework to secure energy costs and make our country more attractive to industry.

Energy Federal Self-employed and SMEs

22 May 2026 Our results

Reform of network access to guarantee access to power capacity

In Wallonia, access to power has become a central issue for economic recovery. Industry, mobility, heating, digital technology: uses are being electrified rapidly and pressure on the grids is rising. It is unacceptable for economic, industrial or energy projects to be delayed for want of sufficient grid access, at the very moment when Wallonia wants to attract investment, create jobs and strengthen its competitiveness. That is the whole point of the reform led by Walloon Energy Minister Cécile Neven, based on three levers: better allocating available capacity, making better use of the existing grid and better anticipating future needs. Grid adaptation plans will now cover ten years instead of the current five, with an update every two years.

Energy Wallonia

19 May 2026 Our results

Grids under pressure: Wallonia speeds up to guarantee access to power capacity

In Wallonia, access to power capacity has become a central issue for economic redevelopment. Industry, mobility, heating, digital technology: usage is rapidly electrifying and pressure on the grids is...

Energy Industry Wallonia

18 May 2026 News

Cost reduction of the energy island by at least €2 billion

The North Sea energy island project has been reviewed to avoid a cost explosion, with costs having risen from 2.2 billion to nearly 8 billion euros. By suspending the direct current (DC) component, while continuing the construction of the island and the alternating current (AC) infrastructure needed to connect future offshore wind farms, the government is saving at least 2 billion euros. This decision keeps a strategic project for energy supply on track while preventing a massive extra cost from being passed on to household and business bills. A more rigorous, more responsible approach that better protects purchasing power.

Energy Federal

16 May 2026 Our results

Belgium joins the Nuclear Alliance as an active member

Belgium is becoming a full member of the Nuclear Alliance, moving from observer status to active member. This choice marks a new energy ambition: making nuclear power a pillar of our energy mix, alongside renewables, to produce electricity on a large scale, dispatchable, affordable and decarbonised. By taking part directly in European projects, Belgium will be able to strengthen its partnerships, develop skills and support innovation in a strategic sector. For citizens, this is an important step towards energy that is more reliable, more sovereign and less dependent on fossil fuels.

Energy Europe Federal

16 May 2026 Our results

A historic decision for our energy sovereignty: Belgium reclaims its nuclear future

The Belgian Government, at the initiative of the MR and Energy Minister Mathieu Bihet, is taking a bold step for the country's energy sovereignty: reclaiming Belgium's nuclear assets, halting decommissioning, and irrevocably committing Belgium to relaunching new nuclear power. This historic announcement aims to enable a nuclear operator to extend all the units that can be extended

Energy Federal Taxation and economy

16 May 2026 Our positions

Climate: an agreement to speed up action and protect the most vulnerable

Belgium is taking an important step with a twin agreement on the National Energy and Climate Plan and the allocation of the Social Climate Fund. In concrete terms, this clarifies the country's climate trajectory and releases resources to support the households and micro-businesses most exposed to rising energy and fuel prices. The aim: move the climate transition forward while protecting those most likely to bear the brunt of its effects.

Energy Federal Wallonia

15 May 2026 Our results

Social Climate Plan: protecting households and small businesses

Wallonia has selected five measures to limit the impact of rising energy and fuel prices linked to the new European ETS2 system. Social transport on demand, a mobility budget, energy support for micro-businesses and the renovation of 3,000 public and social housing units: the aim is to support the most vulnerable households and small businesses, so that the climate transition remains fair, concrete and accessible.

Energy Self-employed and SMEs Wallonia

15 May 2026 Our results

Climate: nearly 100 concrete measures from 2025

Wallonia is adopting a climate roadmap to move from intentions to action. Nearly 100 priority measures were launched as early as 2025 to cut emissions, speed up energy renovation, support renewable energy, help businesses and encourage more sustainable mobility. The aim: to act concretely for the climate while preparing a healthier living environment for future generations.

Energy Environment and climate Mobility Wallonia

15 May 2026 Our results

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