Projects and challenges of the energy transition in Brussels

Electric charging and electrification

22,000 public charging points by 2035

In an ambitious effort to promote sustainable mobility, the Region has commissioned Sibelga to roll out a vast network of charging stations in Brussels.

Brussels’ electric grid ready for electric vehicles

Is the Brussels electricity grid ready for electric cars?

With the rise of electric vehicles, the grid is facing new challenges. While the grid currently has sufficient reserve capacity, we need to remain vigilant.

Electrification and investments: Sibelga anticipates the future

Electrification and investment: Sibelga looks ahead

Electricity is playing an increasingly important role in covering our current and future needs! Can the Brussels grid keep step with this trend?

The future of heating

What future for heat networks?

With the looming phase-out of fossil fuels, heat networks offer a sustainable and efficient alternative for district heating.

Research into the potential of hydrogen in Brussels

Sibelga's hydrogen project in Brussels

Research into the potential of hydrogen - Sibelga is studying the potential of alternative gases such as hydrogen. To do this, we have received funding from the Energy Transition Fund.

Successful transition to rich gas in Brussels

Since 2022, the entire gas distribution network in Brussels has been switched to rich gas. This transition was necessary to secure the supply to the population of Brussels.

Digitization

Optical fiber at the heart of Sibelga’s strategy

Since 2014, Sibelga has been rolling out its own optical fiber infrastructure in Brussels. An essential investment to enhance the reliability of its electricity and gas distribution networks.

Brussels' street lighting enters the digital age

Since 2021, Sibelga has been installing "smart" LEDs on its public lighting network, a real revolution that not only saves energy but also improves lighting quality for all Brussels residents.

Smart meters: the key to a sustainable future

By 2030, 80% of Brussels residents should have their home fitted with a smart meter. This is an essential step in paving the way for a more sustainable energy future and ensuring the stability of the electricity grid.

The Smart Grid: working towards a smart energy future

With the roll-out of the smart network, Sibelga is investing in the essential technology to face the market developments and support the energy transition in Brussels.