What Happens to Turbine Waste?

When: Thursday, 20 November 2025, 16:15 - 17:00
Where: Auditorium 6
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Session description

Wind turbine waste is rising as decommissioning accelerates, and this issue has become the focus of several studies and reports. In this session, we’ll hear from the IEA Wind Task 45 and the Joint Research Centre form the European Commission. IEA WT45 promotes circular design and policy alignment for end-of-life turbines. The JRC projects EU waste streams to 2050, highlighting composite blade challenges and rare earth recovery gaps. Join this session to learn how coordinated strategies are vital to mitigate environmental impact and secure material independence.