Iberdrola installs the first industrial solar self-consumption plant in Germany
Iberdrola Germany has successfully completed its first photovoltaic self-consumption project at AkzoNobel Powder Coatings GmbH in Reutlingen, which enables the use of green electricity on site. It represents one of the services the energy company is providing to its customers on the path towards the transformation to "NetZero".
"We aim to drive the energy transition in Germany and support companies in reducing their emissions with our tailor-made supply solutions," adds Sven Wolf, General Manager Customer Solutions Iberdrola Germany: "In this respect, the ambitious development of PV self-consumption solutions in Germany plays a key role. The fact that we have realised this project in a comparatively short period of time demonstrates the growth potential we have in the field of solar energy".
Peter Gebhardt, site manager at AkzoNobel in Reutlingen, explains: "AkzoNobel has clearly defined sustainability goals as part of our corporate philosophy People. Planet. Paint. These include reducing carbon emissions by 50%, using 100% renewable electricity and eliminating non-recyclable waste by 2030. The fact that we now generate our own electricity in Reutlingen is an important step towards achieving these goals.
International approach facilitates fast-track projects
Thanks to the cooperation of teams from Spain and Germany, using the expertise of the globally active Iberdrola Group, the project was realised in about ten months in a difficult market environment. During the installation phase, the production of AkzoNobel Powder Coatings GmbH could be maintained without interruption.
The photovoltaic system will generate around 200,000 kWh of green electricity per year, covering just over 4% of AkzoNobel's energy consumption. Annually, this will save around 125 tonnes of CO2 emissions. The system was installed in cooperation with the Spanish company Greening S.L. and used components with the best warranty conditions available on the market.
Iberdrola Germany, an integrated business model
The Onsite Solar subdivision is an important area in Iberdrola's integrated growth strategy in the German market. In the area of sustainable energy solutions, the company aims to work with the main players in the German economy to help them achieve their climate targets with decarbonisation solutions based on clean energy.
In Germany, Iberdrola has grouped all its business activities under the subsidiary Iberdrola Germany. The Berlin-based company is the largest operator of offshore wind farms in the Baltic Sea. With its Offshore and Onshore business divisions, Iberdrola Germany is active in the planning, construction and operation of offshore and onshore wind farms as well as photovoltaic projects. The company offers its industrial and commercial customers tailor-made solutions for the supply of green energy, ranging from conventional electricity supply including portfolio management services, through long-term PPA contracts linked to Iberdrola's own renewable energy plants, to photovoltaic solutions for self-consumption. Iberdrola Germany also offers integrated cross-technology solutions, such as battery storage or the production of green hydrogen for industrial use.
About AkzoNobel
AkzoNobel supplies sustainable and innovative paints, coatings and inks that are increasingly trusted by its customers, our society and the environment. AkzoNobel's portfolio of world-class brands - including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon - is trusted by customers around the world. The company operates in more than 150 countries and aims to become a global industry leader. The forward-looking paints and coatings company sets science-based goals and takes concrete actions to address global challenges and sustainably support future generations.
For more information, visit www.akzonobel.com.
