The Renowned Energy Company RWE from Essen Has Big Plans - in the Field of Green Energy. The company aims to expand its green electricity business in Germany and is increasingly focusing on solar installations along highways. "We see tremendous potential here for photovoltaic projects," Katja Wünschel, head of RWE subsidiary Renewables Europe & Australia, told the Westdeutsche Allgemeine Zeitung.
Currently, RWE is searching for suitable sites for the planned solar facilities, particularly in North Rhine-Westphalia. Wünschel sees Bavaria as a model for the project: "The federal state has demonstrated the potential of solar fields along highways."
The Manager Advocates for the Removal of Barriers That Complicate the Installation of Solar Plants Alongside Highways. "So far, it is only possible to use spaces within 200 meters next to highways without a zoning plan. We suggest expanding this area to up to 500 meters."
The latest climate protests and growing awareness of renewable energies show that RWE is on the right track with its plans. "We are convinced that the demand for green electricity will continue to rise and want to contribute to this by expanding our offerings," emphasizes Wünschel.
The Potential for Solar Installations Alongside Highways is Tremendous. According to calculations, the areas along Germany's highways could generate up to 1.4 gigawatts of power. For comparison: This corresponds to the power generation of more than one million households.
RWE's plans meet with positive response from environmentalists and investors. Politicians are also called upon to advance the energy transition and support the expansion of green energy sources.
RWE is ready to contribute its share and sees the planned photovoltaic projects on highways as an important step towards a green future. With courage and determination, the company aims to drive the energy transition forward and establish itself firmly as a leading provider of green energy. Because one thing is certain: The future belongs to renewable energies.
