Towards a nature-inclusive grid network: Identifying grounds for synergy in the Dutch grid operator sector

This paper analyses biodiversity strategies of major Dutch TSOs and DSOs and finds strong alignment in ambition but fragmentation in governance, design, implementation, and monitoring. Based on surveys, interviews, and case studies, it identifies structural inconsistencies and opportunities for harmonisation across the sector. The paper proposes treating the electricity grid as a shared national asset, supported by joint governance, standardised practices, and learning from bottom‑up initiatives. A key finding is that, despite numerous initiatives, the sector lacks a consolidated shared knowledge and monitoring platform, limiting comparability, learning, and large‑scale implementation. The insights are relevant for grid operators facing similar challenges internationally.