As part of the Federal Act on a Secure Electricity Supply from Renewable Energy Sources, the Swiss Parliament has set a target of saving 2 TWh by 2035 through energy efficiency measures. To achieve this, a new instrument has been introduced in 2025: energy efficiency improvements by electricity suppliers.
This new instrument has set savings targets for electricity suppliers to be achieved through the implementation of various measures at the level of end users in Switzerland (including, for instance, businesses and private households). Specifically, electricity suppliers must demonstrate that end-users have implemented measures to increase electricity efficiency – for example in the areas of electric motors, lighting, ventilation, refrigeration or similar systems and appliances.
Electricity suppliers can choose to provide these efficiency services themselves or outsource them. They can also acquire evidence of efficiency measures carried out by third parties.
