As part of its “Solutions 2030” strategic development, BKW is positioning itself in the three business segments of Energy Solutions, Power Grid and Infrastructure & Buildings. By strengthening its focus along the entire energy transition value chain, BKW has become a unique player in the energy, infrastructure and buildings markets. This is BKW’s targeted response to the changing needs of customers, investors and society in order to support the transformation of the energy system and meet the growing demand for energy and resource efficiency. With the comprehensive further development of its strategy, BKW is supporting its customers even more strongly in the transformation of the energy system with forward-looking solutions.
BKW is aiming for significant growth in the coming years with its “Solutions 2030” strategy. The operating profit (EBIT) is set to increase to CHF 1 billion by 2030. To achieve this goal, BKW plans to invest around CHF 4 billion over the next six years, at least CHF 2 billion of which will be in Switzerland. BKW will finance these investments entirely through its operating cash flow, which will total over CHF 5 billion between 2025 and 2030.
All of BKW’s business segments will contribute to achieving these goals. BKW is investing in its strong Swiss base and pursuing targeted growth in other European countries. The expansion of the energy business is making a significant contribution to growth – both through increased renewable energy production and by expanding the range of customized energy solutions in the large customer business. Thanks to its solid balance sheet, high equity ratio and A rating, BKW is ideally positioned financially for the new energy world.
Megatrend: Changing Stakeholder Needs
Customers are increasingly becoming prosumers who not only buy electricity, but also produce it themselves. Investors are placing greater emphasis on sustainability and transparency when making investment decisions. Meaningful work and sustainability are also becoming more important for employees. Public demand for stricter regulations is creating new investment incentives.
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All of BKW’s business segments will contribute to achieving these goals. BKW is investing in its strong Swiss base and pursuing targeted growth in other European countries. The expansion of the energy business is making a significant contribution to growth – both through increased renewable energy production and by expanding the range of customized energy solutions in the large customer business. Thanks to its solid balance sheet, high equity ratio and A rating, BKW is ideally positioned financially for the new energy world.
BKW’s three business segments
As part of its “Solutions 2030” strategy, BKW is organizing its activities into the three business segments of Energy Solutions, Power Grid and Infrastructure & Buildings. These segments uniquely position BKW along the energy transition value chain to implement solutions for customers holistically.
Energy Solutions | Power Grid | Infrastructure & Buildings |
| In the Energy Solutions business segment, BKW offers competitive energy supply tailored to specific customer needs: reliable, green and committed to long-term partnerships. BKW is significantly expanding its range of customized energy solutions for customers and strengthening its low-CO2, flexible production portfolio. | In the Power Grid business segment, BKW combines reliable and affordable electricity supply with an excellent customer experience. BKW is gradually increasing its investments in the efficient and intelligent expansion of the grid infrastructure and developing innovative tariff solutions for its regulated customers. | In the Infrastructure & Buildings business segment, BKW offers energy- and resource-efficient infrastructure and building solutions. BKW is expanding its range of general planning and project management services for sustainable buildings and infrastructure, focusing on energy infrastructure and mobility, and extending its platform for energy-efficient and smart buildings. |
Megatrend: Increasing Energy And Resource Efficiency
The need for energy efficiency in buildings is rising dramatically. This includes climate-friendly planning and construction, energy-efficient renovations and the heating transition. At the same time, the industry is demanding resource-efficient solutions, such as -the electrification of processes, the circular economy and increasing digitalization.
Growth, excellence and sustainability
BKW’s “Solutions 2030” strategy focuses on the core elements of Growth, Excellence and Sustainability. In its growth journey, BKW prioritizes profitability, a consistent focus on customer needs, and active portfolio and risk management.
The Energy Solutions business segment is further expanding its range of energy solutions and strengthening its electricity generation portfolio. In the Power Grid business segment, BKW is continuously developing its distribution grid while maintaining a high level of grid availability, thereby making a significant contribution to the transformation of the energy system. The Infrastructure & Buildings business segment is pursuing profitable growth in the planning, construction and maintenance of infrastructure and buildings.
Three core elements of the strategy: BKW grows profitably and sustainably
Excellence | Growth | Sustainability |
| BKW prioritizes profitability over sales growth. It consistently focuses all its activities on the needs of its customers. It also operates an active portfolio and risk management system – including the continuous review of the company, product and service portfolios. | BKW is expanding its energy solutions business and strengthening its renewable production portfolio. It continues to develop the distribution grid while maintaining a high level of grid availability. And it aims to achieve profitable growth in the planning, construction and maintenance of infrastructure and buildings. | BKW offers growth opportunities along the entire energy, infrastructure and buildings value chain. It continues to develop its sustainability in line with the clearly defined strategic directions. We are committed to strong governance. |
Megatrend: Transformation Of The Energy System
The accelerated transformation of the energy system comprises four points: The electrification of transportation, heating and industrial processes. The decarbonization of energy generation. The decentralization of electricity production by means of prosumers and small power plants. Digitalization using sensor technology, data usage and intelligent control.
Ambitious sustainability goals
With “Solutions 2030,” BKW is also pursuing ambitious sustainability goals for climate, energy, nature and people. In particular, BKW is aiming for net-zero emissions in Scope 1 and 2 as a Group by 2040 and will halve its CO2 intensity by 2030 compared to 2022. To this end, BKW is continuing its systematic expansion of renewable energy production. BKW will also invest more in the preservation of ecosystems and the protection of biodiversity. Strong governance forms the foundation for this. Sustainability as a core element of the “Solutions 2030” strategy offers long-term growth opportunities and makes BKW attractive to investors, customers and employees.
Our Contribution
Sustainability is part of our corporate DNA. We use a holistic approach to address the energy transition and offer solutions along the entire energy, infrastructure and building value chain. We create spaces for life.
We cover the entire energy transition value chain.
Energy Solutions | Power Grid | Infrastructure & Buildings |
| Leading player in the European trading and customer solutions business | Switzerland’s largest distribution system operator with a grid length of 22,000 km | Leading provider of infrastructure and building solutions |
| Third-largest electricity producer in Switzerland (9 TWh production) | Supplies over 1 million people and businesses | Over 260 locations in the DACH region |
