Ludvika and Fagersta take over VB Energi to keep local control

Ludvika and Fagersta municipalities are completing their takeover of VB Energi. The deal has been marked by secrecy and complexity that limited residents’ access to information.

The takeover of VB Energi has involved extensive secrecy and complexity. This has made it difficult for residents of Ludvika to follow developments.

Despite these challenges there is broad political agreement that the purchase is necessary. The goal is to secure local control over the electricity and district heating networks in the municipality.

Representatives stress the importance of keeping decision-making at the local level. This is viewed as essential for the municipalities’ future energy supply.

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