Stadtwerke Wernigerode GmbH is a municipal energy supply company that was founded in 1990 as a wholly owned subsidiary of the town of Wernigerode. The purpose of the company is to supply the population and businesses with electricity, natural gas, drinking water and district heating. Stadtwerke Wernigerode GmbH's range of services covers almost all stages of the energy industry value chain. In addition to the procurement, distribution and sale of energy and drinking water, combined heat and power plants for the simultaneous generation of electricity and heat are operated at three locations. The company's particular strengths include a wide range of products and services for private households, businesses, industry and local authorities as well as its regional ties. The company also acts as the responsible metering point operator. More than 50,000 household customers and commercial enterprises benefit from this portfolio of services, in particular large industrial companies within and outside the municipal utility network areas.</p