Wind energy

In 2006 wind energy was the largest single contributor to the generation of energy from renewable sources. At the same time this is the area with the greatest potential for growth and its future lies in exports, re-powering (replacing old systems with new ones) and offshore use. Expertenmeinungen zufolge wird die Stromerzeugung aus Windkraft auch in Zukunft hohe Wachstumsraten verzeichnen.

The German wind farm market has a turnover of around €4 billion and employs 60 000 people, making it the largest such market anywhere in the world. German companies produce the most powerful turbines, are global market leaders in complete drive systems and develop state-of-the-art turbine technology combined with the best mains compatibility.