Eurowind Energy could become the first Danish company to install Chinese wind turbines in Denmark. The energy company is considering investing a billion in up to 100 turbines from Chinese manufacturers by 2030. The company, which is headquartered in Hobro and deals with onshore wind and solar energy in Denmark, Europe and the USA, cites, among other things, economic pressure from state-subsidized offshore wind turbines as the reason for the considerations. This is reported by Nordjyske.
- We have supported Danish and European jobs for decades, but we also have to look at whether we can pay our bills. We feel compelled to do so, says Joachim Steenstrup, head of strategy at Eurowind Energy.
He emphasizes that Chinese turbines are 30-50 percent cheaper than European ones, without the quality being considered inferior. Steenstrup is traveling to China in September to investigate manufacturers and opportunities. The EU Commission is currently investigating whether Chinese turbine manufacturers are receiving illegal state aid. The investigation could lead to restrictions and have a decisive impact on the spread of turbines in Europe.
The plans are causing concern among experts. Senior researcher Luke Patey from the Danish Institute for International Studies (DIIS) warns against China's control over the green supply chain and the possible geopolitical consequences. Eurowind Energy denies that there are security problems and points out that all data is handled internally. At the same time, negotiations are still underway with European suppliers.
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