Made up calculations

Due to the prudent energy consumption, you only have to pay a CO2 compensation of 79.84 euros. This is what it says in letters that are currently reaching Brandenburg consumers .

Example of a letter with a fake invoice / screenshot VZB
Example of a letter with a fake invoice

“The invoices are fictitious,” says Stefanie Kahnert, lawyer at VZB. But at first glance, the letter seems serious: next to the name Kuzniarski are the terms energy management and contribution service Germany, and above the sender's address and a contribution number there is a supposed test mark from TÜV Rheinland. When asked by the VZB, it reported that it had not certified the company.  

Consumer advice center advises: Don't pay

The aim of the scam is for consumers to transfer the contributions. Once the money has been transferred, it will be difficult to get the money back. Consumer advocate Kahnert advises: “Those affected should under no circumstances pay. We recommend filing a criminal complaint with the police.”

For individual questions, consumers can seek advice from the Brandenburg Consumer Center: HERE

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VZB

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