Repowering

Repowering involves replacing existing wind turbines with newer-generation models. Depending on the site, turbine technology and project concept, this can increase installed capacity and further develop the site's energy yield potential. It may also change maintenance requirements and operating costs. We support the entire repowering process, from initial potential assessments through planning and permitting to dismantling and the construction of new turbines. We work closely with partners specialising in dismantling, recycling and the recovery and reuse of materials.

Potential analysis for your existing wind farm

• Review of energy yield data, maintenance costs, upcoming repairs and electricity marketing opportunities
• Support in deciding between continued operation, repowering and dismantling 
• Assessment of technical and economic potential
• Review of current planning and permitting requirements for new turbines at the site, including height restrictions and setback requirements
• Assessment of options for reselling existing turbines

Dismantling of old installations

• Preparation of dismantling including securing the necessary permits
• Construction site security for interim storage and on-site dismantling
• Upgrading of access roads
• Complete dismantling of old installations (including foundations and no longer needed paths)
• Removal and recycling or sale of equipment parts

Repowering - Our Services

• Free Preliminary Check

• Potential analysis for your existing fleet

• Consultation on continued operation, repowering, or dismantling

• Project acquisition in all development and operational stages

• Assessment of project acquisition opportunities at different stages of development and operation

• Acquisition of repowering rights

• Project development and planning for repowering

• Dismantling of existing turbines within the agreed scope of services

• Recycling and reuse of equipment parts

• Economic assessment and financial planning

Repowering Benefits at a Glance:

• Use of more powerful, newer-generation wind turbines

• New turbines may have different operating and noise characteristics compared with older generations

• Greater energy yield potential, even with fewer turbines

• Potential changes in maintenance requirements and operating costs

Coordination of dismantling and new construction

• Examination of existing infrastructure for possible further use (paths, parking spaces, cable routes, grid connection points)
• Coordination of heavy construction equipment, including specialised cranes
• Scheduling and coordination of existing turbine operations, dismantling and construction of the new turbines

Repowering – planning and implementation

• Planning in accordance with applicable legal and permitting requirements, including commissioning the necessary expert assessments
• Transparent communication with all parties involved
• Evaluation of suitable turbine models from different manufacturers, taking into account site conditions, energy yield potential and technical requirements
• Implementation and monitoring of the approval procedure in accordance with the Federal Immission Control Act (BImSchG)
• Participation in EEG calls for tenders
• Development of participation models for local residents and municipalities
• Construction and commissioning of the new plants
• Technical and commercial operational management

Sale or cooperation

Would you like to sell your existing wind turbines or project rights? VSB assesses opportunities to acquire project and repowering rights, as well as wind farms at different stages of development and operation. Alternatively, depending on the partnership model, we can work with you to plan the further development of your wind farm and share the associated opportunities and risks. If you prefer to continue operating your wind farm yourself, you can benefit from individual services provided by VSB.