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State Investor Warns Lack of Data Blocks Vital Dutch Water Funding

Amsterdam, Wednesday 22 July 2026
Invest-NL warns that fragmented data prevents quantifying the 2050 water transition costs, prompting an urgent call for public-private partnerships and a 20% reduction in industrial water use.

Dutch State Investor Backs Major Funding Round to Boost Amsterdam's Artificial Intelligence Hub

Amsterdam, Monday 20 July 2026
Invest-NL has joined a USD 450 million funding round for CuspAI to expand its Amsterdam hub, accelerating the design of critical materials for energy and climate solutions.

Dutch Government Backs Plan to Slash Chemical Pesticide Use

The Hague, Wednesday 15 July 2026
Backed by €250 million, the Dutch government and agricultural sectors have signed a landmark agreement to drastically reduce chemical pesticide use by 2040, boosting green farming technology.

Dutch Government Rejects Funding for Major Sustainable Chemical Programme

The Hague, Monday 13 July 2026
The Dutch government has blocked €236 million in funding for the BioBased Circular programme, halting crucial support for sustainable plastics just as the project enters its industrial scale-up phase.

New Dutch Firm Secures Millions to Turn Carbon Dioxide into Eco-Friendly Materials

Amsterdam, Monday 6 July 2026
Launched with €35.2 million, Avantium spin-out Carbeau will use electricity to convert captured carbon dioxide into biodegradable plastics and cosmetics, marking a major step for industrial decarbonisation.

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