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Wind energy in the Black Forest: ensuring process reliability

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The Black Forest, with its diverse landscapes, countless hiking trails, picturesque towns and rich cultural traditions, is one of Germany’s most popular vacation destinations. Beyond tourism, the region also plays a crucial role in the country’s energy transition. For more than 20 years, numerous wind turbines have stood across the area, and they are now receiving performance upgrades through repowering projects. In addition, several new projects are planned for the coming years.

One of the key drivers of the energy transition in southwestern Baden-Württemberg is Ökostromgruppe Freiburg. Together with its partners, the company completed three wind power projects in 2024, producing a combined 37.5 million kWh annually. Currently, four additional wind farms with a total capacity of 46.4 million kWh per year are under construction.

By 2027, Ökostromgruppe Freiburg plans to implement 15 more projects, with 20 wind turbines across the districts of Breisgau-Hochschwarzwald, Emmendingen, Ortenau, and the city of Freiburg. With an expected annual output of 240 million kWh, these projects could supply around 80,000 households with green electricity.

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