Alpiq

With a total installed capacity of approximately 3,300 megawatts, the hydropower plants generate more than five terawatt hours per year. This transaction stands out as one of the largest within Europe over the past decade.

Hydropower is Switzerland’s most important source of electricity, representing more than 60% of the nation’s energy production.

As an energy-storage technology, the hydropower plant plays a pivotal role in shaping future energy systems,as it offers much-needed flexibility within Europe’s predominantly renewable-based energy infrastructure.

A close collaboration with diverse industrial partners and public institutions enabled a favorable transaction. This collaboration resulted in robust governance rights within the transaction agreement, as well as a high level of transaction certainty.

The successful delisting of Alpiq through this transaction strengthened its positioning as a strong and sustainable Swiss electricity producer. This also contributes to a secure electricity supply and maintains the production of hydroelectric power, which holds systematic importance.