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Companies will work together to verify the steel structure alternative for hosting onshore wind turbines
Modvion has entered into a partnership with RWE Renewables Sweden to supply wooden turbine towers for the developer’s future onshore wind farms.
The goal of the partnership is to verify the technology and prepare for RWE to equip future sites with wooden towers once they are available in the market.
The wind industry wants taller machines and Modvion said its patented wind turbine tower provides a cost-effective solution.
Laminated wood is stronger than steel proportionate to its weight, which means lighter towers and less need for expensive reinforcements.
The towers are built in modules that can be easily delivered, without the need for expensive special transports, road closures and lengthy permit procedures.
Lars Borisson, Head of Onshore Origination & Development Nordics at RWE Renewables, said: “RWE will be assessing Modvion’s wooden tower for potential use in future wind farms.”
Maria-Lina Hedlund, CFO and acting CEO at Modvion, added: “Our technology can help the wind industry dramatically reduce emissions, while facilitating taller towers to reach stronger winds.
“It’s great to see leading companies like RWE looking to support innovation that enables renewable energy from renewable materials.
“A conventional tower is responsible for the largest portion of emissions that arise from the production of wind turbines. By using wood, the tower becomes carbon negative, storing more carbon than is emitted during production."
Modvion will be installing their first commercial wind turbine during 2023.
The wooden tower will be installed with a 2MW wind turbine on top and, including the blades, will stand 150 metres tall.
Subsequently, Modvion has plans for a 6MW installation. |
