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An important milestone for the energy transition: ENERCON and CPC Germania GmbH & Co. KG agreed on the delivery and construction of 15 x E-175 EP5 E2.
The wind farm is being built in the municipalities of Ludwigsstadt, Tettau and Steinbach am Wald, in the heart of the low mountain ridge on the Rennsteig, in Upper Franconia, Bavaria.
Technical highlights:
Strong partnership in and with the region
The municipalities of Ludwigsstadt, Tettau and Steinbach am Wald are not only local communities, but are also directly involved in the project - they operate four of the 15 plants themselves. Thanks to transparent communication and active involvement of the local population, the project enjoys a high level of local acceptance: the public survey showed 85% in favour of the wind farm.
Innovation and quality make ENERCON a preferred partner
The use of the E-175 EP5 E2 – one of the most powerful and efficient onshore turbines in Europe – demonstrates how technological advancement, efficiency, and quality go hand in hand.
Its deployment at the Rennsteig wind farm reflects the trust placed in our solutions. With its high energy yield, modular design, and proven technology, it embodies ENERCON’s commitment to quality and showcases how innovation drives the energy transition forward.
Construction of the wind farm will start in spring 2026 and commissioning is planned for 2027. The project thus makes an important contribution to the Bavarian state government's goal of being climate-neutral by 2040.
As a provider of integrated solutions for the connected Green Energy Ecosystem, ENERCON supports its customers in the realization of onshore wind energy projects. To fully unlock project potential, the company combines its high-performance, high-yield wind turbines with complementary solution components and services, enhancing customer benefits and the overall value of wind energy. The range of the solution portfolio, from which customers can select modules according to their requirements, extends from planning and installation to management and control, service and maintenance, and optimization of system performance during the operational phase.
As a pioneer in renewable energy with over 40 years of experience and a deep understanding of the demands of a changing energy system, ENERCON’s scope has always extended beyond mere wind turbines. With the mission ‘Energy for the World’, the company has been committed to sustainable energy generation from onshore wind since 1984. Thanks to its innovative turbine technology, high quality standards, and an installed total capacity of more than 65 gigawatts, ENERCON is among the world’s leading renewable energy companies.
With extensive expertise in the area of ‘holistic project development’, ‘connected operations’, and ‘smart optimization’, a dense service network, and a broad network of partners and service providers, ENERCON is a competent and reliable partner for its customers in all project phases. Headquartered in Aurich, Lower Saxony, the company employs around 13,000 people at administrative, sales, production, and service locations worldwide.
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As a provider of integrated solutions for the connected Green Energy Ecosystem, ENERCON supports its customers in the realisation of onshore wind energy projects. To fully unlock project potential, the company combines its high-performance, high-yield wind turbines with complementary solution components and services, enhancing customer benefits and the overall value of wind energy.
An important milestone for the energy transition: On 21 August 2025, ENERCON and CPC Germania GmbH & Co. KG signed the contract for the delivery and construction of 15 x E-175 EP5 E2 wind energy converters.
First ENERCON wind turbine with lower-emission steel tower installed at Diepholzer Bruch wind farm, Germany / ‘Green’ steel sections supplied through partnership with Salzgitter AG
