Overview

Regional and local governments in Switzerland are collaborating to decarbonize a major industrial area with high energy demand. The zone hosts multiple factories and commercial buildings consuming over 8 GWh of electricity and 7 GWh of heat annually. The initiative aims to create an integrated, low-carbon energy system that serves as a national lighthouse project for industrial transformation.

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Challenge

The project required an integrated energy concept capable of connecting various consumers and energy sources while maintaining reliability and cost efficiency. It also needed to balance technical feasibility with regulatory compliance and stakeholder alignment across public and private entities.

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Our Role

Green Energy Venture supported the project from concept development to implementation planning, providing:

• Assessment of renewable resource potential and optimal energy supply options.
• Energy modelling and design of combined electricity, heating, and storage systems.
• Coordination with local authorities and stakeholders to ensure regulatory and economic alignment.
• Development planning for key infrastructures enabling sector coupling within the zone.

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Outcome

The project delivered a comprehensive master energy plan with actionable steps toward decarbonization. It demonstrates how coordinated planning and cross-sector collaboration can accelerate the transition to sustainable, interconnected industrial energy systems in Switzerland.

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