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The role of CEZ in the Czech power industry may change

CEZ Power Company noted the governmental decision to call off the tender which had been aimed at privatising CEZ and the six distribution companies. CEZ has always regarded the entrance of a strategic partner as an essential precondition for maintaining and strengthening the position of Czech power industry within the competitive environment of the European market.

11. 1. 2002

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Five CEZ-operated power plants were awarded with an EMS certificate

Five CEZ power plants were given an international certificate for environmental protection management - EMS (Environmental Management System) yesterday. The pertinent certification company Det Norske Veritas granted this certificate to the following power plants: Tusimice, Chvaletice, Pocerady, Detmarovice and Dukovany.

20. 12. 2001

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Press public statement of CEZ power company

CEZ Power Company noted the governmental decision to postpone the final choice of a strategic partner of CEZ until January 7, 2002, due to a low price of the offer. CEZ regards both the speed of the privatisation process and the acquisition price as essential factors for maintaining or even strengthening the position of the Czech fuel and power production complex in the competitive environment of the European market and enabling its expansion in the Central European market.

18. 12. 2001

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CEZ is ready to enter the EU

CEZ Power Company welcome the preliminary "Chapter on Energy" which was adopted within the framework of the initial discussions between the EU and the Czech Republic. CEZ, the largest domestic producer of electricity, is in every respect prepared for joining the EU.

12. 12. 2001