Licht- und Wasserwerk Kandersteg AG
Licht- und Wasserwerk AG Kandersteg
Kandersteg, Bern, Switzerland
About
Founded in 1903, Licht- und Wasserwerk Kandersteg AG is a private headquartered in Kandersteg, Switzerland specializing in Hydro.
Founded in 1903 as one of Switzerland's first 200 hydroelectric works, Licht- und Wasserwerk Kandersteg AG operates three core business areas: electricity generation via two water turbines, water supply (drinking, process, and firefighting water from Oeschinensee sources), and district heating (Naturwärme Kandersteg). The company produces approximately 11-14 GWh of clean electricity annually, covering the needs of over 3,000 households and exceeding local consumption. With 95% renewable energy sources and only 5% external supply, the utility maintains high self-sufficiency. A major renovation of the Zilfuri power plant was completed in 2023. The company serves residential, public infrastructure, and tourism sectors in the region.
Headquarters
Kandersteg, Switzerland
Founded
1903
Company Type
Private
Business Models
Value Chain
Service Regions
Kandersteg