Organization and policy
With over 60 employees based in Groningen and Alkmaar, New Energy Coalition works on new energy solutions for a strong Dutch northern energy region. Since our founding, we have been connecting businesses, knowledge institutions, and government agencies to build a sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy system. In this way, we contribute to the prosperity and a sustainable living and working environment in our region.
Our organization comprises seven departments and is supported by five team managers, a works council, a two-person board of directors, and a Supervisory Board. We also have a Foundation Council, where our founding and strategic partners have input on the company's direction and knowledge agenda. Our celebration committee fosters a vibrant and engaged work environment for our employees.
Diverse and international team
The male-to-female ratio in our work force is 60/40, and some of our employees have an international background. We are committed to an inclusive and safe work environment with room for personal development regardless of position, background, gender, sexual orientation, or nationality. To achieve this, we operate according to company-wide implemented policy that we test daily against practice and that is supplemented by regulations or our own insights.
Managing board
- Marieke Abbink-Pellenbarg (General Manager)
- Owen Huisman (Operations Director)
Supervisory Board
- Peter den Oudsten (chairman)
- Ulco Vermeuleen
Foundation Council
Our founding partners Energie Beheer Nederland (EBN), GasTerra, Gasunie, Hanze University of Applied Sciences, NAM/Shell and the University of Groningen (RUG) and strategic partners have a seat on our Foundation Board, with a say in the organization's operational strategy. Like our coalition partners, they also have a say in our projects and knowledge agenda.
Policy
The energy sector is a dynamic work field and constantly changing. That is why we review our action plan every four years and make adjustments throughout the year. Our current action plan was launched in January 2025 and will run for two years this time. Every two years, we review our results.