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Bayernwerk
Company Overview
Bayernwerk AG, a subsidiary of E.ON
Regensburg, Bavaria, Germany
1921
Approximately 12,700 employees (Source: linkedin.com). Current revenue data is not available, but the infrastructure supports the feed-in of up to 13,400 MW of peak power on sunny days.
What They Do
Bayernwerk AG is a German operator of electricity networks focused on modernizing grids, integrating renewable energies, and developing digital infrastructures to support the energy transition in Bavaria. Technologies include the modernization of distribution networks, integration of solar and wind energy, as well as battery storage solutions. Bayernwerk offers products and services ranging from processing grid connections for systems over 300 kW to containerized 110 kV substations that save 85% space. Target markets include private households, commercial, and industrial customers in Bavaria, with a customer base consisting of over 500,000 PV systems and 150,000 storage units (Source: bayern-innovativ.de).
Projects & Track Record
Bayernwerk has implemented several significant projects, including the Walchensee Hydroelectric Power Plant, which plays a central role in the company's history. Currently, container substations are being used as 110 kV bypasses to enhance efficiency. Ongoing projects include battery pilot projects at the substations Roßbach (30-40 MW) and Bogen (10-15 MW) in Lower Bavaria, aimed at stabilizing renewable energies and avoiding feed-ins. Another notable project is the development of an 80 MWh neutral battery storage facility in Balzhausen, which is being realized in collaboration with LEW Verteilnetz (Source: fundinguniverse.com).
Recent Developments
In the past two years, Bayernwerk has introduced significant innovations, including containerized substations and the Snap Overhead Project for integrating 4,900 MW of wind energy. On June 14, 2024, the battery modules at the substations Roßbach and Bogen were unveiled, while in June 2025, the 80 MWh battery pilot in Balzhausen was launched. These developments are part of a comprehensive investment plan of over 4 billion euros for the years 2025-2026 to improve grid infrastructure (Source: bayern-innovativ.de).
Working There
Bayernwerk offers a variety of roles in network operations, engineering, and digital innovation. The main departments include planning, construction, IT/digitalization, and regulatory compliance. The corporate culture promotes rapid innovations to support the energy transition, focusing on automating processes and digitization to reduce paper consumption and CO2 emissions. Most hiring occurs at the headquarters in Regensburg as well as at regional locations in Upper and Lower Bavaria (Source: bayern-innovativ.de).
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