Westfalen Weser is a leading energy company in Ostwestfalen-Lippe, dedicated to the energy transition. With innovative solutions in energy supply, infrastructure, and e-mobility, it shapes a sustainable future and promotes regional value creation.
Westfalen Weser is a leading energy company in Ostwestfalen-Lippe, which has been in municipal hands for ten years. With a total revenue of 858 million euros in 2022 and a distribution of 40.7 million euros to its shareholders, consisting of 56 municipalities, the company positions itself as an important player in the regional energy transition[3].
The mission of Westfalen Weser is to shape a sustainable and livable future by promoting regional value creation, creating tangible sustainability, and ensuring a secure and efficient supply[3]. The company places great importance on technological progress and growth.
Westfalen Weser is strongly committed to the energy transition and is investing heavily in the expansion of renewable energies. It has already integrated over 44,000 photovoltaic systems in the region and plans further investments of 1.3 billion euros in grid expansion and 200 million euros in digitalization[3]. Additionally, the company supports projects such as the installation of photovoltaic systems on schools to reduce CO2 emissions[3].
The company utilizes innovative technologies such as LoRaWAN for efficient data collection and relies on digital street mapping to optimize infrastructure planning[3]. These initiatives contribute to developing the region into a Smart Region.
With 25 locations in the region, Westfalen Weser offers high availability and supply security. Customer service has been continuously improved to ensure comprehensive support for customers[1].