Two onshore wind energy projects with a combined capacity of 86.4 megawatts (MW) have received regulatory approval in Germany, marking a significant step in the expansion of the country’s onshore wind portfolio. The developments are located in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and Thuringia, and are carried out in partnership with specialised local companies.
Ladenthin gets green light after ten-year wait
The Ladenthin project, located in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, involves the installation of six V162 wind turbines with a total capacity of 43.2 MW. An option is in place for the addition of three more turbines. Developed in cooperation with Energie-Projekt-Nord GmbH, the initiative began in 2013 and secured its approval following a judicial procedure. Construction is scheduled to begin in the first quarter of 2027.
Kerspleben replaces eight turbines with six more powerful units
In Thuringia, the Kerspleben repowering project will replace eight existing turbines with six new V172 units, each with a capacity of 7.2 MW, for a total of 43.2 MW. This project, carried out with Alterric, aims to improve unit output while reducing the overall number of turbines installed on the site.
Both initiatives are expected to strengthen Germany’s onshore wind capacity. The planning process includes separate stages for each site, such as tenders for construction work and coordination with local authorities to ensure compliance with regional regulations.