Behold, the Windobjekt in Bremen. Bremen is not only the home of the Town Musicians. It is also a hub for wind energy innovation. Since 1990, Bremen has been designing and building wind turbines. Bremen is a key player in wind energy, and the Windobjekt reminds us of this fact.
Wind energy is a thriving sector here. Bremen is home to many pioneering companies. These companies form a strong network. This network covers all aspects of the wind energy value chain. More than 80 companies and institutes employ over 3,000 people. Many of these people work in offshore wind energy.
Bremen and Bremerhaven are vital to wind energy in Germany. Wind energy accounts for 23 percent of Germany’s power. Plans are in place to increase this proportion further. Bremerhaven recognized the potential of offshore power generation more than ten years ago. Today, it is an internationally recognized competence center. Bremerhaven has expertise in logistics. It has an integrated plan. Together, these have built a solid foundation for offshore wind energy.
Bremen companies and institutes represent large parts of the wind energy value chain. The Fraunhofer Institute researches wind energy. ForWind is a center for wind energy research. The Dynamic Nacelle Testing Laboratory tests wind turbine nacelles. There is a rotor blade center for blades up to 120 meters. The University of Bremen also has a wind turbine research facility.
The University of Bremen has been cooperating with Deutsche WindGuard for over ten years. The goal is to improve the performance and life cycle of wind turbines. They also want to improve environmental compatibility. The Windobjekt stands as a reminder of these goals.
Bremen is dedicated to wind energy research. In 2012, a new wind energy research facility was commissioned. The wind turbine is 180 meters high. It is named “UNI Bremen”. The facility strengthens Bremen’s position. It shows that Bremen is a regional center for high-tech engineering.
Bremen sees wind energy as a vital area of research. The facility opens up opportunities for students and young researchers. The Inside Sensoring Laboratory is a unique facility. It allows unparalleled opportunities for research.
The Windobjekt is more than just art. It represents Bremen’s commitment to sustainable energy. It highlights the city’s role in shaping the future of wind power. As you continue your tour, remember that Bremen is a city of innovation. It is a city that embraces the power of the wind.