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“A particular species” urban utility companies in Germany and Switzerland

Susan Marie Mühlemeier
2018
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Abstract

This article presents the characteristics of urban utility companies in Germany and Switzerland and examines their challenges and strategic actions in the context of energy transition. In so doing, it explores a particular actor type in a communal infrastructure service organisation.

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Susan Marie Mühlemeier
2018
Journal Articles

Abstract

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https://infoscience.epfl.ch/entities/publication/ddbe086b-6f55-4ffc-a52c-0723921dd311

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