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Axpo – full of energy in Switzerland and in Europe For Axpo, it all began with water from the mountains when electricity began to take the world by storm. Originally the Swiss energy company was mainly specialised in electricity generation from hydropower, and later from nuclear power. Looking ahead, the company is concentrating primarily on wind energy and the origination business, which offers tailored energy solutions to clients – not only in Switzerland, but also in over 20 countries throughout Europe. TEXT: DANIELA BIEDERMANN | PHOTOS: AXPO
Axpo has its roots in the heart of Europe. For over 100 years, the Swiss energy company has been at home in the dynamic town of Baden, on the Limmat River in the canton of Aargau, and headquarters to many SME’s, as well as international corporations. Axpo reliably produces, trades and sells energy for millions of people and several thousand companies. For many years, hydroelectric generation was the focus, the alpine country being Europe’s water reservoir. Later with increasing energy
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demand, nuclear production was added. Axpo soon recognised the importance of new business fields and CO2-neutral production. In the future, Axpo will focus on wind power and specialise in individual, tailored energy solutions far beyond the Swiss borders.
this year in Amsterdam. Business partners all over Europe appreciate the company’s Swiss roots that stand for quality, safety, innovation and reliability – proven values on which Axpo can build and from which customers can benefit. Their diverse preferences and requirements call for individual solutions. Highly qualified experts from over 30 nations bring the ideal prerequisites to create a customised, tailored package of
A European network and customer proximity Today, Axpo is established at 20 locations in Europe.The most recent office was opened
City of Baden. Photo: René Rötheli, Baden.