Wind industry in Germany

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German companies are looking for skilled workforce more than ever – and the German Wind Energy Association (BWE) supports them with its new initiative.

E-mobility: The moving batteries of the energy transition

Electric vehicles are only sustainable when charged with green electricity. But beyond that, they can even make the power grids fit for the worldwide energy transition.

The future of seafloor data surveying

Unmanned Surface Vessels can deliver vital data for offshore wind farm development and maintenance at a fraction of today’s cost.

Recyclable Blades: One step more to make wind turbines fully recyclable

A new method of rotor blade production marks a milestone on the way to introduce a circular economy in the wind industry.

Power-to-heat: A Win-Win for wind power and heat supply

New power-to-heat technologies could push the energy transition further by solving some challenges of the actual electric power supply.

Breaking the standard with Flying Wind Turbines

A German start up is developing a flying wind turbine. It combines drone technology and aerodynamics with only one-tenth the material and half the cost of regular turbines.

REPowerEU: A shift in European energy can climate policy

Russia's invasion and climate change are forcing the EU to rethink energy supply. Are the new efforts in line with science-based goals to tackle the climate crisis?

Inspecting offshore cables with unmanned boats and drones

A test 40 km off the Belgian coast shows how Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USV) support predictive maintenance of offshore assets.

WindEnergy Hamburg opened its doors again 2022

The world’s leading wind industry expo starts with a new forum for Green Hydrogen and free access to conferences.

Renewable Energy Jobs Hit 12.7 Million Globally

The renewable sector makes a jump of 700,000 new jobs in one year despite COVID-19 and the growing energy crisis, according to a new report.

IRENA Calls for Increased Investments to Tackle the Energy Security Challenge

At the Climate Week NYC, the IRENA-Director underscored the need for massive investments in renewable energy to mitigate the current ...

Cybersecurity: Meeting future challenges today

The German "Cyberagentur" develops future cybersecurity capabilities for critical infrastructure and Germany’s internal and external safety.

News from the companies

Auction success for RWE: New photovoltaic plant to be built at Hambach Mine

Around 37,000 solar modules shall supply green power for over 5,370 households. Construction is expected to start in mid-2023.

Fließmontage von Generatoren auf dem RundSchienen®-System

IWES and Nordex intensify collaboration in grid integration of wind turbine generators

Jointly developed test bench significantly reduces the measurement efforts required for grid integration.

World-first: RWE operates wind turbines on a dyke

In the Dutch district of Eemshaven, three wind turbines are now running on a sea dyke. Innovative climbing crane and CSM panels were used for installation.

RWE commissions onshore wind farm in Sicily

Selinus wind farm will supply 22,000 Italian households with green electricity. The blade lift technology used for transportation reduces environmental impact.

Partner companies - Wind industry in Germany

Offshore

Ramboll

Full range of services on wind energy projects: from planning and project development, to design, procurement, implementation and follow-up ...

Lifting technology & crane systems

Dolezych GmbH & Co. KG

Dolezych is the competent partner worldwide for easy and safe lifting and transporting. The family business is managed in the second and ...

Rotor blades & rotor blade materials

HAWART Sondermaschinenbau GmbH

We have been a strong partner within the wind industry for almost 35 years, and design, construct, manufacture and install a wide range of ...

Service, maintenance & repair

Grzib Elektrotechnik GmbH & Co. KG

Electrical installation of wind turbines throughout Europe | Maintenance & service of transformers, MV switchgears, converters

Business Opportunities

Valuation for Seewind 52 - 750 - 74VS (Bavaria)

Experts & specialistsAppraisers wanted for valuation (sales value). Needed for tax issues. Number of attachments: 1 Wind turbine type: Sea wind 52 - 750 - 74VS Location: Bavaria Year of construction: ...

Direct marketers wanted: 110 KW WKA

Service providerOperator of a 110 KW wind turbine is looking for direct marketers. Annual average approx. 150000 - 200000 KW

Insurers wanted: Liability insurance for Leitwind LTW42 250Kw

A liability or basic insurance for new wind turbines is required. Preliminary construction request has been made Number of attachments: 1 Wind turbine type: Leitwind LTW42 250Kw ...

Experts wanted for new project: Enercon 82 (NRW)

Experts & specialistsNumber of attachments: 1 Wind turbine type: E 82 E4 Location: North Rhine-Westphalia - near Kleve Date approx. planned: 2025 What tasks need to be done? A bird and habitat report ...

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