Climate mitigation: Measures and resources in relation to climate change

We are implementing measures to achieve our climate goals.^{(ESRS E1-3 par. 26)} Unless otherwise specified, these measures apply to Enexis Groep as a whole. ^{(ESRS 2 MDR-A 68b)}

Our achieved greenhouse gas emission reduction compared with the 2024 base year shows that we are on track with the implementation of the decarbonisation levers. The measures planned for 2025 have been carried out as intended. ^{(ESRS E1-1 par. 16c en E1-3 par. 29a, 29b)}

Explanatory notes:

• None of the measures listed in the table involve nature‑based solutions: solutions that address multiple challenges by harnessing nature while simultaneously enhancing it.

• The measures do not require any changes to our products or services and (at this stage) do not require any new technologies within our organisation or across the upstream and/or downstream value chains. ^{(ESRS E1-1 par. 16b)}

• We use the market-based method to set scope 2 emission reduction targets.^{(ESRS E1-4 par. AR 24)} In developing these targets, we consider only the climate scenario with global warming of up to 1.5 degrees Celsius. ^{(ESRS E1-4 par AR30c)}

• These measures require significant investment (see table). We are financing these investments partly with equity but mainly through external financing. How we expect to meet our future financing needs is explained in our financing policy, which is outlined below in ‘note 30 Financing policies and risks financial instruments’ in the consolidated financial statements: ^{(ESRS E1-1 par. 16c en ESRS 2 MDR-A 69a en c; E1-3 AR 21)}

  • General financing policy

  • Interest-bearing liabilities

  • Liquidity risk and contractual term analysis

  • Capital management

  • Group funding

• The significant CapEx and OpEx requirements will be reflected in the following notes to the consolidated financial statements:^{(ESRS E1-3 par. 29ci, ESRS E2 MDR-A par 69b)}

  • ‘Note 2 Costs of transmission services and distribution losses’

  • ‘Note 7 Other operating expenses’

  • ‘Note 12 Property, plant and equipment’

  • ‘Note 14 Right-of-use assets’

• The EU Taxonomy (see also 1.6) defines which economic activities are sustainable (Taxonomy-aligned). The proposed measures do not fall under this category. Measures for gas network leakages are also not Taxonomy-eligible, meaning they do not meet the EU criteria for sustainable investments. The measures related to mobility are eligible but not aligned, as there is insufficient information available to assess the technical screening criteria.^{(ESRS E1-1 par. 16c en ESRS E1-1 par. 16e en E1-3 par 29cii en iii)} We have chosen to focus on making our vehicle fleet more sustainable from a CO₂-reduction perspective, rather than on meeting all EU Taxonomy criteria.

Below is an explanation of the above and other climate change mitigation measures.

Measures to limit electricity grid losses

With the electrification of households and businesses, we will distribute more electricity, which will also increase grid losses. We will continue to minimise these losses by sourcing the right materials and purchasing green electricity to offset our grid losses, ensuring they do not negatively impact our net footprint. This measure is ongoing. ^{(ESRS 2 MDR-A par 68a, 68c)}

Measures to limit gas leakage losses

To reduce gas leak losses, we began carrying out more frequent gas leak inspections on 1 January 2025. Every three years, we now inspect our entire gas network for leaks. Any leaks identified are repaired promptly. These measures significantly reduce our annual methane and CO₂ emissions, particularly as methane is a highly potent greenhouse gas. The financial impact of these measures is set out in the table.^{(ESRS 2 MDR-A par 68a, 68c, 68e, 69)} In 2025, we achieved the Gold Standard for methane emission reduction for the fifth consecutive year. This standard is awarded annually to network operators that set clear targets for reducing methane emissions and succeed in meeting them. We achieve these targets, among other things, through the ongoing replacement programme for low-pressure steel gas pipes and service connection pipes.

Measures for mobility

Since November 2025, employees have only been able to lease 100% electric cars. An exception applies to a limited number of branded Enexis vehicles, some of which remain hybrid. These vehicles are still partially hybrid because they must be available at all times in the event of network incidents, to ensure business continuity.

In addition, a pilot group has gained experience with 55 electric company buses. Based on the experiences of the pilot, we have developed a plan to scale up and further electrify our company bus fleet.

Since 2025, we purchase green electricity for lease and service vehicles. The financial impact of these measures is shown in the table. ^{(ESRS 2 MDR-A par 68a, 68c, 68e, 69)}

Measures related to sulphur hexafluoride (SF₆)

From 1 January 2026 onwards, we intend to install SF₆-free switchgear, in line with legislation^{(ESRS 2 MDR-A par 68c)}. We will not accelerate the replacement of existing SF₆-containing installations because the CO₂ impact is minimal, the costs are high, and we need the limited personnel capacity to support the energy transition. ^{(ESRS 2 MDR-A par 68a, 68c, 68e, 69)}

Measures for the expansion of the electricity grid

In the coming years, we will invest heavily in the maintenance and management of our infrastructure (see S4 – Consumers and end users). We will continue to enhance our capacity and add as much infrastructure as possible. This measure is ongoing ^{(ESRS 2 MDR-A par 68c)} and involves significant operational and capital expenditure. ^{(ESRS 2 MDR-A par 69)}