Vattenfall Commits €5 Billion to Germany's Renewable Energy Growth
The Swedish energy giant plans significant investments to expand its renewable energy and storage capabilities by 2028.
- Vattenfall aims to construct solar parks generating 500 megawatts annually, alongside 300 megawatts of battery storage, to balance solar output with consumer demand.
- The company is developing two offshore wind farms, Nordlicht 1 and 2, in the North Sea, expected to add 1.6 gigawatts of capacity by 2028.
- Vattenfall is fostering energy partnerships with industrial clients like Salzgitter AG and Evonik to secure stable, green energy supplies.
- To enhance its residential offerings, Vattenfall is partnering with 150 local firms for the installation of heat pumps, solar panels, and energy storage solutions.
- The acquisition of the Berlin-based company Geosolar, with 90 employees, highlights Vattenfall's commitment to expanding its local operations.