My electric car is the first test case. If the system does not perform as planned, my battery will be empty and I will not make it home,” he says with a smile. “But I have full confidence in this technology. I am convinced it will work exactly as it should.

We are facing grid congestion in this project. New connections are difficult to find here. So we have no choice but to look for alternative ways to supply our construction site with energy.

This is a chance to learn what this technology can mean for the construction sector. We’re gathering valuable data and experience to help advance this innovation.

We are pleased that RWE will continue to partner with Kitepower to further develop this new wind energy technology. RWE is exploring many different technical innovations to identify whether airborne wind technology could complement our existing renewables portfolio of offshore and onshore wind, solar energy, and battery storage.

Kitepower is one of the interesting possibilities of energy supply. We see the application as Defence in the operational and civil domain, it has social added value. This is one of the reasons for Defence to participate in this project. This offers opportunities, especially in remote and windy areas such as islands.

We are delighted that RWE is helping to develop this new wind energy technology with our partner Kitepower. RWE is exploring many different industry innovations to see if airborne wind technology could complement our existing renewables portfolio of offshore and onshore wind, solar energy and battery storage. With low capital expenditure and fewer materials, Airborne wind has the potential to play a role in helping to drive down the cost of energy further. It will use winds at higher altitudes which are stronger, steadier, and more constant. It can be used onshore as well as offshore and in combination with other technologies such as solar electricity generation.