Fraunhofer-Institut für Windenergiesysteme

Fraunhofer-Institut für Windenergiesysteme (IWES) is a leading institution in the wind energy and hydrogen technology sectors, with a focus on validation. With over 300 scientists, employees, and 100 students across nine sites in Germany, the institute plays a crucial role in securing investments for technological developments, shortening innovation cycles, accelerating certification procedures, and increasing planning accuracy through innovative measurement methods.

Since its establishment in 2009, IWES has benefited from extensive funding policy support, allowing it to set up unique test benches for rotor blades, drive trains, support structures, bearings, and main shafts, along with measurement infrastructure and laboratories. In addition to its focus on wind energy, IWES conducts systematic research on the interaction of wind energy and hydrogen production, reconversion, and grid integration, generating extensive synergies.

Collaborating closely with leading industrial players, IWES has developed a test portfolio and methods expertise, making it a sought-after research partner for companies globally. The institute's participation in international expert committees positions it as an active trailblazer for technological developments and quality assurance in the wind industry.

With its substantial operating budget of €46.6 million in 2023, IWES continues to drive innovation and research in the field of clean energy, marking it as a key player in the industry.

For more information, visit the institute's website: https://www.iwes.fraunhofer.de/de/impressum.html.