The EIA might have positive side effects on the Dutch economic sectors in a way
that it triggers both innovation capacity in companies and at the technology suppliers’
side. Suppliers are probably more willingly to invest in development of specific
measures when their customers can apply for tax deduction. The spin-off effects of
the EIA are currently investigated in a project ordered by SenterNovem.
If the EIA works properly it should have a positive effect on the development and
implementation of innovative technologies. The Energielijst should trigger technology
suppliers to take an extra step forward in supplying energy efficient technologies.
Another side effect of the EIA could be that other air emissions (e.g. sulphur) could
be reduced.