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The liberalization of the German gas and electricity market in 1998 intensified the competition between the different power providers, since it enabled customers to switch to a provider of their own choice.
Nowadays, with more than 7.5 million customers, the E.ON AG is Germany’s biggest energy company, closely followed by the RWE AG. Altogether, they control about two thirds of the German market. The RWE Rhein-Ruhr AG, a division of the RWE AG, is the largest energy provider in the Ruhr Area and offers gas, water and electricity. Indeed, power supply in bigger cities is predominantly taken over by the so-called “Stadtwerke”, the municipal electric & gas utilities.
Overall, there are not only hundreds of German power suppliers, but one also has to decide between numerous tariffs, options and terms of contract. Due to this wide ranged offer, finding the right supplier can be become a very tricky business.
Water.
The history of the Ruhr Area is closely connected with the river Ruhr, which measures 219 kilometers in length and from which the region derived its name. At the end of the 18th century, coal deposits that were found alongside...
Power.
As the largest energy provider in the Ruhr Area, the RWE Rhein-Ruhr AG also offers electric power supply for both private and business customers. Besides, electricity supply is usually also offered by the Stadtwerke...
Gas.
Following the worldwide trend, the popularity of natural gas has considerably increased over the past years. However, in contrast to the electricity market, the liberalization of the gas market progressed rather slowly: within the first...
Recycling.
With a total turnover of around €50 billion, waste management is serious business in Germany. Hence, it is not surprising that Germans separate their waste with dedication and great conscientiousness. Although the separation...
Security.
Compared to other urban agglomerations, the Ruhr Area has a relatively low crime rate. However, security is an important issue and a basic human need. In order to protect oneself against nasty surprises like burglary...
