Germany’s latest wind energy project in the Baltic Sea has been progressing at a steady rate, and now, the project developer, Spanish company Iberdrola, has reported that the 315 MW Windanker offshore wind project is advancing towards a late 2026 commissioning. Europe has become the unofficial home of the wind energy sector through the litany of wind farms and projects that dot the European continent.
Iberdrola to ensure the components for the German wind farm are sustainable
The Spanish company has reported that it intends to make use of an innovative solution to ensure the longevity of the wind power components for the 315 MW Windanker offshore wind project by using a new solution developed by Seville-based company Revestimientos Técnicos Sostenibles (RTS).
The plan, according to Iberdrola, is to coat the components in an innovative solution developed by RTS that strengthens the components and ensures the project’s longevity in the harsh weather conditions of the Baltic Sea. The solution will protect the 21 transition pieces at the Windaker wind project for many decades to come.
The structures will be positioned between the tower and wind turbines on-site and will be coated in a compound derived from natural cork, ensuring the long-term use of the wind turbines at what will become a major driver for renewable energy in Germany and Europe overall.
Iberdrola is building an impressive wind energy portfolio in Germany
The 315 MW Windanker offshore wind project is just the latest in a long line of successful wind power projects in Germany for Iberdrola. The company developed the Wikinger and Baltic Eagle wind projects in the German Baltic Sea and has exemplified its astonishing expertise in bringing wind energy to Europe.
Germany’s latest wind power project is targeting first steam by the end of 2026
Europe has become a welcoming destination for the wind energy market in recent years through the litany of new wind energy projects that litter the continent. Decarbonizing the international energy market has become a top priority for the vast majority of nations in the world.
Iberdrola has noted that the first monopoles for the 315 MW Windanker offshore wind project have been installed, marking the first phase of construction on what will be the company’s third wind project in the German Baltic Sea.
Iberdrola is quickly becoming a major player in the European wind energy market
As the vast majority of European nations outline plans to advance the renewable energy market, Iberdrola will become a market-leading renewable energy project developer through the new wind project in Germany, opening the door for significant wind projects across the European continent in the near future.
As Germany’s other wind energy repowering projects come into full view, the realization that the market is shifting has not been lost on investors. With the Windanker project set to reach commissioning sometime in the new year, the future of the energy transition to the renewable energy market is holding thumbs.
“With Windanker, we are realizing the third major project of our Baltic Hub. The wind farm is not only a sustainable investment in the transformation of Germany, it also brings state-of-the-art offshore technology to the Baltic Sea, creates added value in the region and strengthens the link between German and Spanish industry.” – Felipe Montero, CEO of Iberdrola Germany
Wind energy is now dominating the global renewable energy market
Germany’s latest wind energy project comes as nations on the other side of the world have realized the potential that the wind power market has in transforming energy output. Brazil has revealed plans for its latest wind energy project, which is set to break ground in the new year and is targeting a full-scale commissioning in 2028 at the very latest.
