wpd Highlights Global Growth and Wind Energy Expansion at WindEnergy 2024

wpd Highlights Global Growth and Wind Energy Expansion at WindEnergy 2024

(IN BRIEF) wpd will showcase its ongoing growth and future plans at WindEnergy 2024 in Hamburg from September 24 to 27. The company, a leader in wind farm development, operates in 31 countries and has a project pipeline exceeding 19 gigawatts of onshore wind energy. In Germany, wpd has 6,000 megawatts of projects in development, driven by favorable political conditions. With 3,200 megawatts in its portfolio, wpd continues to expand its wind farm operations. The event also offers wpd an opportunity to engage with potential employees during dedicated Recruiting Days.

(PRESS RELEASE) BREMEN, 23-Sep-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — From September 24 to 27, 2024, wpd, a leading global developer and operator of wind farms, will showcase its progress and future plans at WindEnergy 2024 in Hamburg. With a robust project pipeline and successful international ventures, wpd aims to engage in dynamic discussions and expand business partnerships during the event.

Currently, wpd operates in 31 countries and runs 19 offices in Germany, managing a project pipeline of over 19 gigawatts (GW) in onshore wind energy. Of this, nearly 15,000 megawatts (MW) are based in Europe, with an additional 4,300 MW in regions like Asia, North America, and South America. In Germany alone, wpd has 6,000 MW of projects in various stages of planning, fueled by the country’s renewed focus on expanding renewable energy.

With a growing portfolio of wind farms, now totaling 3,200 MW, wpd is optimistic about continued growth, driven by favorable political conditions and the rapid approval of new projects. CEO Hartmut Brösamle emphasized the importance of stable policy frameworks to ensure future success, noting that WindEnergy 2024 presents an opportunity for vital political discussions on shaping the future of the electricity market.

In addition to discussing projects, wpd will highlight its role as a top employer in the renewable energy sector. With rapid team expansion across all facilities, wpd will host dedicated Recruiting Days on September 26 and 27, offering opportunities for specialists and career switchers alike.

“WindEnergy 2024 is an excellent platform for wpd to strengthen partnerships, explore new alliances, and attract top talent,” added Björn Nullmeyer, CEO of wpd GmbH.

You can visit wpd’s team at WindEnergy 2024 at Stand 231 in Hall A1 in Hamburg.

About wpd

wpd is one of the world’s leading developers and operators (IRPP) of wind and solar farms. Founded in 1996, the company develops, finances, constructs and operates wind farms and solar parks in 31 countries. The IRPP business includes projects in its own portfolio with a total capacity of 3,192 MW. Thanks to its growing expertise, the company is considered a reliable partner for Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs). wpd is steadily expanding its activities in the German domestic market and internationally in Europe, Asia, North America and South America and has a project pipeline totaling 19,320 MW of onshore wind and 5,015 MW of solar energy.

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Christian Schnibbe
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Dr. Jens Feldmann
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SOURCE: wpd AG