Nordex debuts 7MW turbine with exceptional hub height for low wind speeds in Germany
Type: Partnership · Technology: Onshore Wind · Country: Germany · Capacity: 7 MW · Announced: 2026-03-25
Nordex Group has introduced a new 7MW wind turbine model featuring an exceptionally high tower designed to capture energy even in very low wind speed environments. The German manufacturer is partnering with Westfälisch-Niedersächsische Energie WNE on this technology debut. The innovation focuses on maximizing electricity generation in regions with lower wind resources by elevating turbines to greater hub heights where wind speeds are more consistent. This product launch represents Nordex's strategic effort to expand its addressable market to include sites traditionally considered marginal for wind energy development. The partnership with regional energy company WNE suggests initial deployment in Germany's Central region.