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Alpiq in: Switzerland
Alpiq Group

We generate and distribute energy for Europe

Alpiq generates electricity from hydro power, fossil fuels, nuclear energy and new renewable energies. Our power stations deliver an attractive mix of peak load and base load energy. As Switzerland's largest grid owner, we help to ensure the reliable supply of electricity to our customers.

Power generation MW

Through its own power stations, Alpiq contributes to Swiss and European electricity supplies. We produce base load energy and offer a large proportion of attractive peak load energy which we use flexibly to cover our customers' fluctuating requirements. When it comes to power generation, we take a responsible approach to resource management and invest in renewable energies throughout Europe.

 


Power stations in 2011MWMW
Hydroelectric power stations3,032
Switzerland2,876
Italy156
Small hydroelectric power stations, wind farms,
solar power stations
189
Switzerland14
Bulgaria 73 
France13
Italy82
Norway7
Nuclear power stations  776
Switzerland 776 
Conventional thermal power stations 3,598
Switzerland  55
Czech Republic484
France408 
Germany56 
Hungary 403 
Italy 1,361 
Spain 831 
Total installed capacity7,595

Power transmission

Switzerland's distribution grids are at the heart of the European electricity transport system. As the owner of one third of these distribution grids, we ensure a reliable supply of power and prevent shortages. Our partners' projects benefit from our know-how in building and operating electricity grids.