Setting the stage: doubling Europe's wind energy capacity by 2030

When: Wednesday, 4 December 2024, 10:30 - 11:15
Where: Room G3

Session description

Policymakers and industry representatives will discuss the various options available for managing wind farms at the end of their operational life. repowering, which involves replacing old turbines with more efficient, modern ones, provides an opportunity to boost energy output without expanding the wind farm's physical footprint. Extending the lifespan of wind farms through repairs and upgrades can help minimize resource consumption and reduce the environmental impact. When dismantling wind farms becomes necessary, it must be done in an environmentally responsible way, emphasizing the recycling and reuse of materials.
The discussion will focus on how these strategies can align with and support Europe's goal to double its wind energy capacity by 2030.