The Swiss Energy Sector: Actors and Challenges

This lecture delves into the key actors of the Swiss energy sector, including private investors, the federation, cantons, and municipalities. It explores the ownership structure of the Swiss electricity infrastructure, the role of urban utility companies, and the sociotechnical resilience of energy systems in transition. The presentation also covers the current challenges and construction sites for Swiss energy companies, such as winter photovoltaics, alpine solar projects, and district peer-to-peer trading initiatives. Additionally, it discusses the potential dominance of electricity in the future energy supply and innovative solutions like hydrogen production and energy self-sufficient buildings.