In this way, the government invests millions in the network company. The province has already pledged fifteen million euros. In addition to the province, the following municipalities also received the green light from Stedin’s shareholders: Soest, Bunschoten, De Bilt, Woudenberg, Houten, Nieuwegein, Zeist, Eemnes and De Ronde Venen. De Bilt, Nieuwegein and De Ronde Venen are still waiting for approval from their municipal council.