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Breaking down the food footprint-2.xlsx

Breaking down the food footprint.xlsx

The climate issue

The greenhouse effect was noted by Vattenfall early on. But for 20 years it was partly overshadowed by other environmental problems that were regarded as more pressing – but which have now been solved. The climate change issue became ...

Where experience and innovation meet

When two employees from different generations meet, much of the conversation revolves around Vattenfall's culture and the importance of daring to try new things.

Searching for alternatives

Necessity is the mother of invention. Vattenfall has explored and experimented with many alternative energy solutions. Both how to save energy and how to make use of new energy sources.

Finding our purpose

Magnus Hall led the company at a time when climate issues were growing in importance, both on the political agenda and as a matter of concern to the general public.

A national grid

For the hydropower generated in Norrland to reach the southern parts of Sweden, a national grid was needed. Vattenfall and private players worked together on this issue. But eventually the Swedish parliament and government decided to give V...

Distribution – from competition to monopoly

Initially electricity distribution was characterised by competition and virtually a 'wild west' situation. Each power company set up their own lines. But increasing consumption of electricity forced standards, collaboration – and a mo...

A tool for the government

Since the start, Vattenfall has been a tool in the hands of its owner, the Swedish state: initially to promote the country's industrialisation, later as an element of industrial policy. Since the 1970s, Vattenfall has, to a varying extent, ...

Storm puts focus on security

A natural disaster put the spotlight on the vulnerability of Swedish society. When the electricity stops working, so does virtually everything else. It forced Vattenfall and other electricity grid operators to significantly increase the rat...