All countries aspire to lead the way when it comes to clean energy generation. Germany has set a new energy record by being approved for the largest wind power construction in history in 2024. In an effort to establish the largest wind power construction in the country, Germany has introduced 2,400 turbines that generate an output of 14 gigawatts. Being the largest wind power construction, the installations are quite a feat for the country; however, there is ongoing debate about the installations being an eyesore and about how Germany should transition towards nuclear power.
The growing wind sector in Germany
The introduction of the largest wind power construction in Germany was a significant achievement in its own right. 2,400 new turbines had been introduced. Many job opportunities resulted from turbine installations. The installation of these turbines led to a reduction in energy prices as well. As per the data generated from the German Wind Association (BWE), an additional 14 gigawatts of power. With the 14 gigawatts of added power, Germany’s onshore capacity reaches 63.5 GW.
The wind power construction is not only growing the wind sector in Germany, but also achieving the country’s goal of acquiring 115 GW of offshore wind capacity by 2030. This country is clearly setting energy records in an attempt to reach the country’s overall goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2045.
An expanding wind sector with political winds increasing
While the triumph of wind energy in the country cannot be denied, the February 23, 2025, political elections saw that all parties had different views in terms of the country’s energy future. The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party leader, Alice Wiedel, is anti-wind power. Wiedel often refers to the installations as “Windmills of shame.”
The negative view of the wind installation is shared by Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU). Nevertheless, the best decision going forward would be to install newer turbine models and replace older ones.
Why is Germany advocating for wind power despite political tensions?
By achieving record-breaking power generation strategies, Germany is making the transition towards cleaner power. The wind power construction is the reason that the country is achieving its sustainability goals. According to data generated, 59% of the country’s electricity in 2024 was the result of wind turbine installations.
Aside from the figures in terms of energy generation, the financial figures look good as well. Wind and solar energy cost only about €0.041 to €0.225 per kilowatt-hour, which is significantly lower than other alternatives like gas or nuclear, which cost more. The price of gas and nuclear ranges from €0.109 to €0.49. Germany’s wind technology is also produced domestically, which makes it yet another reason why Germany is continuing to advocate for wind power despite the political winds that wish to bring down the largest power construction in the country.
The future of the country’s sustainable energy situation relies on an eclectic mix of wind and solar power. With Germany capturing 14 GW from the air, we cannot argue that it was not the biggest wind project ever for the country.
Where will Germany go next in terms of its wind power situation?
Germany’s 2024 wind energy feat signifies the right direction towards sustainable energy. Although political tension regarding this wind power initiative is clear, the data points towards a highly positive picture when it comes to continuing with wind power generation. Turbines neatly spread across the German plains do not just reflect the country’s direction towards clean power, but also towards innovation, which is a stepping stone in terms of sustainable power.
It seems as if the discussion should no longer be about whether or not Germany needs wind power, but on how the country will continue with its wind energy mission. Already, the country is achieving the impossible: wind power on non-windy days, capturing energy from the environment.
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