What is the current situation in the wind energy market? What is the status of green hydrogen?
Climate change and the consequences of the Covid pandemic have, for various reasons, had a significant impact on regional and global business relationships and trade flows. And developments in global politics have made the rapidly increasing need for renewable energies clear. Bernd Aufderheide, Chairman of the Hamburg Messe und Congress GmbH board, explains: “We feel the impact of the war all over the world: a looming food crisis, which is intensifying the influence of climate change. Interrupted supply chains have an impact on almost every business. Business relationships have been severed because of the sanctions against Russia and a major energy crisis in Europe. Any country without its own gas and oil reserves is dependent on other countries. We need more renewables, not only to save our world from global warming but also because we need energy security. In the coming years, we have many problems to discuss and solve. One of the places for the industry to come together is WindEnergy Hamburg.”
Ben Backwell, CEO of the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC), analysed the impact of the Ukraine war on the urgency of the energy transition and said: “The situation in Ukraine has laid bare the world’s dependence on fossil fuels. Fossil fuels are being used as a weapon, and the wind industry can contribute to ending this threat. The entire sector can play a decisive role in creating an independent, secure energy system that meets net-zero commitments and at the same time ends dangerous exposure comregarding the volatility of fossil fuels.” The industry can make the required infrastructure available, make long-term investments and contribute to the achievement of a modern, secure energy system.
Creating synergies: partnerships and networks for the energy transition
Cross-border energy security ensured by locally available, affordable, regenerative energy requires new solutions for energy provision. And there are promising approaches both in wind energy and the hydrogen sector.
WindEnergy Hamburg from 27 to September 30th 2022
Every two years, one of the most fascinating industry meets for the leading global networking event for wind energy: At WindEnergy Hamburg, which takes place right in the heart of the vibrant northern German port city, more than 1,200 companies from 40 countries present their innovations and solutions in ten exhibition halls to up to 30,000 visitors from more than 100 countries. Covering 68,500 sqm of exhibition space, equipment manufacturers and suppliers representing all stages of the onshore and offshore wind energy value chain provide a comprehensive overview of the market. Providers of everything from planning and project design to installation, operation and maintenance, and through to marketing, certification and financing take part to showcase their services. The expo is accompanied by conference sessions featuring top-ranking experts who address the industry’s current key topics.
WindEnergy Hamburg is tailored toward addressing the significant issues facing the international wind energy sector. It brings together a high-calibre, professional audience and 1,400 exhibitors demonstrating their innovations and solutions across the industry’s entire value chain. Key players will be in the spotlight in every hall.
From 27 to September 30th 2022, Hamburg will become an energy hub for the world. For four days, at WindEnergy Hamburg, everything at the trade show site will revolve around generating energy from wind and its exploitation.