65GW of European Wind Turbines Reach End of Lifespan Within Decade

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65GW of European onshore wind turbines will reach end-of-design-life by 2028. From 2019 to 2028, an average of 4GW of turbines per year that are reaching end-of-design-life will be lifetime extension (LTE) suitable, according to new research from Wood Mackenzie.

While upgrading components to extend the life of a turbine - the LTE option - is much cheaper than alternative options available, not all asset owners will choose to implement a LTE solution. Commenting on the report, 'European Onshore Wind Lifetime Extension Outlook', Daniel Liu, Wood Mackenzie Principal Analyst, said: "The decision to extend the operational lifetime of turbine assets depends on asset owner strategies, project economics and site and turbine operating... ... More: Official Press Release Wood Mackenzie

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