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04.03.2025

EWE Neue Energien Joins the Foreign Investors’ Council in Latvia (FICIL)

EWE Neue Energien has become a member of the Foreign Investors’ Council in Latvia (FICIL), reaffirming its commitment to long-term investment and sustainable economic development in Latvia. As a company specializing in renewable energy project development, EWE Neue Energien believes that a stable and predictable investment environment is crucial for ensuring Latvia’s energy independence and economic growth.


FICIL is one of the most influential organizations in Latvia, representing foreign investors and fostering dialogue between businesses and the government to improve the business environment and ensure sustainable development. The organization brings together leading international companies and industry experts who actively engage in policy-making and reforms to strengthen Latvia’s regional competitiveness.

Artūrs Toms Plešs, Country Manager at EWE Neue Energien SIA, emphasized: "By joining FICIL, we aim to actively participate in discussions on sustainable investments and the development of the energy sector. We believe that renewable energy and a stable investment environment are closely linked – to ensure Latvia's energy independence and economic growth, it is essential for investors to have predictable and transparent operating conditions. FICIL is a significant platform where companies join forces to make Latvia an attractive destination for long-term investments."


FICIL Chairperson of the Board, Zlata Elksniņa-Zaščirinska, added: "For the development of Latvia's economy, it is essential to attract long-term investments that drive innovation and align with our Green Deal goals. Renewable energy projects implemented by companies like EWE Neue Energien are a significant step towards energy independence and a competitive business environment. For such projects to thrive, a stable and predictable regulatory framework is crucial, enabling investors to make strategic decisions and develop a modern energy infrastructure in Latvia."


EWE Neue Energien represents Nordic business values, emphasizing sustainability, innovation, and responsible entrepreneurship. The company considers foreign investments a key driver of Latvia’s economic growth and plans to actively participate in FICIL’s working groups on energy, green transition, and regulatory affairs.

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Contact Malene Petersen, Manager, Marketing and Communications

e-mail: [email protected] or +4530101117

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