The tender for the Slim Strandnet innovation project, a joint initiative by the Municipality of The Hague and Stedin, has been nominated and has reached the finals of the European Innovation Procurement Awards. The project is now among the top three finalists and is in the running for prize money ranging from €25,000 to €75,000. The winners will be announced on April 2, 2025, in Brussels.
Forward-Thinking Goals
The nomination of Slim Strandnet confirms the forward-thinking nature of the project, which aims to develop a digital energy network that is both smart and autonomous. This innovation—driven by the Procurement Department and Living Lab Scheveningen of the Municipality of The Hague—focuses on advancing a sophisticated digital infrastructure. It integrates data infrastructure, dashboards, predictive models, and control mechanisms to enhance not only energy efficiency but also the sustainability and reliability of the energy supply. Special thanks to Roelof Davids and Giulia van Wijk from the Procurement Department, and Patrick Segeren from Living Lab Scheveningen, for their valuable input and for presenting the project to the Horizon Committee.
Innovation and Procurement
Our nomination in the top three of the European Innovation Procurement Awards is a wonderful recognition of the collaboration between Innovation and Procurement. This acknowledgment is especially due to the joint efforts in successfully tendering the control application for the Slim Strandnet project. The project demonstrates that, with the right collaboration and approach, innovative products can be effectively procured.
Innovative systems are inherently complex and unpredictable. Yet, the Municipality of The Hague has demonstrated that, through strategic alliances and a clear vision, even the most challenging innovations can be successfully realized.
Voortrekkersrol Den Haag
Smart Beach Grid demonstrates how the Municipality of The Hague is taking a leading role in the European energy transition. Through the implementation of smart networks, we can increase the demand for renewable energy while simultaneously reducing greenhouse gas emissions. This is not only a technical achievement, but also a social and economic milestone that paves the way for a more sustainable future.
Innovative systems are inherently complex and unpredictable. Yet, the Municipality of The Hague has demonstrated that, through strategic alliances and a clear vision, even the most challenging innovations can be successfully realized.
Innovation in Public Procurement
The success of Smart Beach Grid illustrates the necessity and benefits of innovation in public procurement. It demonstrates that with the right vision and commitment, we can make a significant impact on how we produce and consume energy.
It serves as a beacon of hope and inspiration for cities and communities around the world striving for a cleaner and more sustainable future.