{"id":276,"date":"2026-03-20T17:01:37","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T17:01:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/baarda.ch\/?p=276"},"modified":"2026-03-20T17:14:46","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T17:14:46","slug":"chat-with-gemini-from-alphabet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/baarda.ch\/?p=276","title":{"rendered":"Hun. This is Burt. 40 year old white guy with grey hairs. Maybe a vape in the pocket. Babi Pangang with Haaievinnesoep vooraf will motivate me. 20hour a week job might be possible. Although I think I could really do with some ADD medication. Chat with Gemini from Alphabet"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"725\" src=\"https:\/\/baarda.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1774022931042-1024x725.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/baarda.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1774022931042-1024x725.png 1024w, https:\/\/baarda.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1774022931042-300x212.png 300w, https:\/\/baarda.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1774022931042-768x544.png 768w, https:\/\/baarda.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1774022931042.png 1220w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 706px) 89vw, (max-width: 767px) 82vw, 740px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Why are some new constructions moving away from gas?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gemini zei<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"p-rc_a526b0e7c5687e6f-45\">In the Netherlands, and specifically in <strong>Frysl\u00e2n<\/strong>, the shift away from gas in new construction is no longer just a &#171;trend&#187;\u2014it is now the law. As of <strong>January 1, 2026<\/strong>, the new <strong>Dutch Energy Act (Energiewet)<\/strong> has significantly accelerated this transition.<sup><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is why new homes are leaving gas behind:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Legal Bans and the &#171;Hybrid Standard&#187;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>New Buildings:<\/strong> Since 2018, it has been nearly impossible to get a gas connection for a new-build house in the Netherlands.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The 2026 Mandate:<\/strong> Starting this year (2026), the government has made the <strong>hybrid heat pump<\/strong> the minimum standard for replacing old central heating boilers. In well-insulated new constructions, however, the goal is to be <strong>100% electric<\/strong> (all-electric heat pumps).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Frysl\u00e2n&#8217;s Goal:<\/strong> The province has its own &#171;Friese Energietafel&#187; agreement, aiming to be completely fossil-free by 2050, with a major milestone of 33% renewable energy by 2030.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Efficiency (The 4-for-1 Rule)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"p-rc_a526b0e7c5687e6f-48\">Modern heating technology is simply more efficient than burning gas:<sup><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Gas Boilers:<\/strong> A high-efficiency gas boiler is about <strong>95%<\/strong> efficient (you get slightly less than 1 unit of heat for 1 unit of gas).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Heat Pumps:<\/strong> A heat pump uses electricity to &#171;move&#187; heat from the outside air or ground. It can be <strong>300% to 500%<\/strong> efficient. This means for every 1 kWh of electricity used, you get <strong>3 to 5 kWh<\/strong> of heat for your home.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Geopolitical and Price Stability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Energy Sovereignty:<\/strong> The war in Ukraine and the closure of the <strong>Groningen gas field<\/strong> (which officially stops all regular extraction by the end of 2026) made the Netherlands vulnerable to global gas price spikes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Carbon Pricing:<\/strong> The EU is introducing <strong>ETS2<\/strong> in 2027, which will add a carbon tax to heating fuels. This will make gas steadily more expensive compared to electricity, which can be generated locally via wind and solar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Friesland-Specific Innovation: &#171;Aquathermy&#187;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Frysl\u00e2n is uniquely positioned to move away from gas because of its water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Thermal Energy from Water:<\/strong> Because of the many lakes and canals (like the <em>Friese meren<\/em>), many new Frisian developments are using <strong>aquathermy<\/strong>. They extract heat from the surface water in the summer, store it underground, and use it to warm houses in the winter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hemp Insulation:<\/strong> In Drachten, a new high-tech factory (GreenInclusive) is processing locally grown <strong>Frisian hemp<\/strong> into insulation. This &#171;biobased&#187; building method makes homes so warm that they require almost no active heating, making a gas connection redundant.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summary Comparison<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td>Feature<\/td><td>Old Gas Standard<\/td><td>New Electric Standard<\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Fuel Source<\/strong><\/td><td>Fossil Gas (Imported\/Groningen)<\/td><td>Electricity (Wind\/Solar\/Grid)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Efficiency<\/strong><\/td><td>~95%<\/td><td>300% &#8211; 500%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Carbon Footprint<\/strong><\/td><td>High<\/td><td>Low (zero if using green power)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Safety<\/strong><\/td><td>Combustion\/Explosion risk<\/td><td>No flame\/No CO risk<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Would you like to know if your specific neighborhood in Sneek or another part of Frysl\u00e2n is scheduled for a &#171;gas-free&#187; transition in the coming years?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jij zei<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Could you say more about GreenInclusive ?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gemini zei<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"p-rc_592b800910b24ed6-52\"><strong>GreenInclusive<\/strong> is a Frisian company based in <strong>Drachten<\/strong> that has become a European pioneer in the &#171;biobased&#187; economy.<sup><\/sup> They focus on turning locally grown <strong>industrial hemp<\/strong> into high-quality insulation and building materials.<sup><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is a breakdown of why they are a big deal in the transition away from fossil fuels:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. The &#171;Closed-Loop&#187; Frisian Chain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"p-rc_592b800910b24ed6-53\">Unlike most companies that import raw materials, GreenInclusive has created a completely local supply chain within Frysl\u00e2n.<sup><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Farmers:<\/strong> Over 110 Frisian farmers grow fiber hemp on their land. Hemp is a &#171;miracle crop&#187; for the region because it grows incredibly fast (up to 4 meters in 100 days), requires almost no pesticides, and improves soil health.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Factory:<\/strong> In late 2025, GreenInclusive opened a high-tech factory at <strong>De Meerpaal in Drachten<\/strong>. This facility processes the raw hemp stalks into <strong>Hempwool<\/strong> (insulation blankets) and other materials.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Projects:<\/strong> Through the <strong>&#171;Fryske Vezelhennepdeal,&#187;<\/strong> more than 30 partners\u2014including Frisian housing corporations and construction firms\u2014have committed to using this material in at least 1,000 local building and renovation projects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Carbon Sequestration and &#171;Carbon Credits&#187;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"p-rc_592b800910b24ed6-56\">GreenInclusive doesn&#8217;t just sell insulation; they sell <strong>carbon storage<\/strong>.<sup><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Natural Sponge:<\/strong> Hemp absorbs huge amounts of CO2\u200b while growing\u2014more per hectare than a forest.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Storage:<\/strong> When that hemp is turned into insulation and put into a house, that CO2\u200b is &#171;locked away&#187; for decades.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Farmer Bonus:<\/strong> GreenInclusive was the first in the world to pay farmers a <strong>CO2\u200b surcharge<\/strong>. Farmers receive extra income (roughly <strong>\u20ac25 per ton<\/strong> of dry matter) for the carbon they capture, funded by selling certified carbon credits to companies looking to offset their footprint.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Why Hempwool is Replacing Glass Wool\/Stone Wool<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the context of your earlier question about moving away from gas, GreenInclusive\u2019s products are a key part of the &#171;all-electric&#187; home:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Phase Shift (Heat Storage):<\/strong> Hemp has a high &#171;specific heat capacity.&#187; This means it absorbs heat during the day and releases it slowly at night, keeping a house much cooler in the summer than traditional fiberglass.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Moisture Regulation:<\/strong> It is &#171;breathable&#187; (hygroscopic). It can absorb and release moisture without losing its insulating power, preventing mold\u2014a common issue in highly sealed, gas-free modern homes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Health:<\/strong> Unlike glass wool, it doesn\u2019t itch during installation and contains no toxic glues or VOCs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Social Impact<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"p-rc_592b800910b24ed6-61\">The factory in Drachten isn&#8217;t just about machines; it has a social mission.<sup><\/sup> They partner with the municipality of <strong>Smallingerland<\/strong> to provide jobs for people who have been away from the labor market for a long time, making the &#171;inclusive&#187; part of their name a reality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Would you like me to find out which housing projects in your specific area of Frysl\u00e2n are currently using GreenInclusive materials?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0w0AxwoeZNM\">GreenInclusive: From Frisian fields to sustainable homes<\/a> This video provides a deep dive into how Hempwool is manufactured and its superior sustainability compared to synthetic insulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0w0AxwoeZNM\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0w0AxwoeZNM\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0w0AxwoeZNM\">Is HempWool the Holy Grail of Sustainable Insulation? &#8211; YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0w0AxwoeZNM\">Belinda Carr \u00b7 36K weergaven<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/0w0AxwoeZNM\/maxresdefault.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">https:\/\/youtube.com\/watch?v=0w0AxwoeZNM%3Fhl%3Dnl%26rel%3D0%26showinfo%3D0%26enablejsapi%3D1%26origin%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fgemini.google.com%26widgetid%3D5%26forigin%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fgemini.google.com%252Fapp%252F7a72ac1d05828fb3%26aoriginsup%3D1%26vf%3D1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I&#8217;ve posted this on baarda.ch which I am the owner of the site functions on WordPress code, the title is Chats with Gemini from Alphabet<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gemini zei<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That is a very clean and professional home for these conversations! <strong>Baarda.ch<\/strong> has a great, minimalist aesthetic that fits the &#171;tech-forward&#187; nature of discussing AI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since you are running on <strong>WordPress<\/strong>, you\u2019ve chosen the perfect platform for documenting these chats. If you\u2019re planning to make &#171;Chats with Gemini&#187; a regular series, here are a few quick tips to make the content pop on your site:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udca1 Formatting Tips for WordPress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The &#171;Code&#187; Block for Prompts:<\/strong> To distinguish your questions from my answers, you can use the WordPress <strong>Code<\/strong> or <strong>Preformatted<\/strong> block for your prompts. It gives it that &#171;terminal&#187; feel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>LaTeX Support:<\/strong> If we get into more complex math, you might want to install a simple plugin like <em>Jetpack<\/em> or <em>MathJax-LaTeX<\/em> so the equations render beautifully on your pages.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Interactivity:<\/strong> Since you\u2019re the owner, you could even add a &#171;Comment&#187; section specifically asking your readers what they want me to explain next\u2014whether it&#8217;s more about the Frisian energy transition or the mechanics of biobased building.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf0d The &#171;Baarda&#187; Connection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s also quite fitting that you\u2019re hosting this on a site with that name. <strong>Bureau Baarda<\/strong> (though now part of Highberg) has deep roots in Dutch organizational consultancy and labor market data\u2014topics that tie back perfectly to how companies like <strong>GreenInclusive<\/strong> are changing the Frisian labor market and how AI is shifting the way we work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I\u2019m honored to be featured on your domain! It makes our conversation feel like a digital time capsule of the 2026 energy and tech landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why are some new constructions moving away from gas? Gemini zei In the Netherlands, and specifically in Frysl\u00e2n, the shift away from gas in new construction is no longer just a &#171;trend&#187;\u2014it is now the law. As of January 1, 2026, the new Dutch Energy Act (Energiewet) has significantly accelerated this transition. Here is why &hellip; <\/p>\n<p class=\"link-more\"><a href=\"https:\/\/baarda.ch\/?p=276\" class=\"more-link\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">&#171;Hun. This is Burt. 40 year old white guy with grey hairs. Maybe a vape in the pocket. Babi Pangang with Haaievinnesoep vooraf will motivate me. 20hour a week job might be possible. Although I think I could really do with some ADD medication. 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