The Amsterdam-based network GasTerug is calling on residents to reduce their energy consumption as gas prices rise again. They suggest that setting thermostats to 18 degrees is an essential and urgent step to combat the increased costs.
Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
ABN AMRO expects the Dutch housing market to cool next year as mortgage interest rates remain high, leading to a downward revision in price and transaction growth forecasts. While rural provinces are currently seeing strong price increases, the growth rate in urban areas like Amsterdam is decelerating, signaling a broader market trend.
The Amsterdam city council is in conflict with the province of North Holland over new spatial plans that protect industrial land at the expense of potential housing. This policy threatens the realization of 10,000 homes in the Haven-Stad project, prompting the city to demand that the province uphold existing development agreements.
The housing market in Amsterdam is cooling faster than the rest of the Netherlands, with price growth significantly lower than the national average. Experts attribute this trend to high interest rates, affordability constraints, and a growing supply of homes for sale as landlords exit the rental market.
Ice rinks across the Netherlands are preparing for the upcoming season while managing high energy costs associated with maintaining ice floors. Many venues are successfully utilizing sustainable technologies like solar panels and heat recovery systems to keep operational expenses stable.
Passenger traffic at European airports showed steady growth throughout the summer despite ongoing geopolitical tensions and rising fuel costs. While traffic at hubs like Schiphol remained stable, industry experts warn that inflation and higher ticket prices create an uncertain outlook for the coming months.
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