Electricity
Nowadays, nobody can imagine everyday life without electricity – few things are able to operate without it. However, the suppy of electrical energy is not unlimited; bottlenecks in the power supply may occur. An electricity shortage is one of the greatest potential threats to Switzerland. It is essential that we prepare for such a scenario. Electricity supply in Switzerland is largely the responsibility of the private sector. If the latter cannot manage a shortage with its own resources, the state intervenes. The National Economic Supply organisation (NES) is responsible for preparing and implementing management measures in the event of gas shortages.