Marije Verweij is one of the few lawyers in the Netherlands who combines deep expertise in environmental and spatial planning law with over fifteen years of hands-on industry experience. She has an impressive track record in large-scale permitting, stakeholder management and regulatory strategy for some of the most significant industrial transformation projects in Europe.

Marije advises on permitting strategies, the climate and energy transition, circularity, and EU regulatory developments including the Industrial Emissions Directive and the Green Deal. Her first-hand experience, including leading the permitting and public participation strategy for one of the Netherland’s largest heavy industry companies, makes her a trusted boardroom adviser who understands the challenges clients face from within.

Clients value her ability to navigate politically sensitive environmental and health impact dossiers. Marije maintains an extensive network across the industrial and energy sectors as well as in national and regional government, enabling her to build bridges and unlock synergies that benefit clients directly.