WindForS is a network of over 25 groups at seven universities and research institutions in southern Germany.

We carry out scientific research to support the acceptable and cost-effective deployment of wind energy in complex terrain and offshore.

Since end of March, the two research wind turbines at the WindForS wind energy test site WINSENT have finally been installed.

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Bild: Karlsruher Institut für Bodenmechanik und Felsmechanik (IBF)
Bild: Karlsruher Institut für Bodenmechanik und Felsmechanik (IBF)
Photo: Interviews zur gesellschaftlichen Akzeptanz, Berching, Foto: LAREG
Photo: Interviews zur gesellschaftlichen Akzeptanz, Berching, Foto: LAREG
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Image: Karlsruhe Institute of Technology Institute for Soil Mechanics and Rock Mechanics (IBF)
Image: Karlsruhe Institute of Technology Institute for Soil Mechanics and Rock Mechanics (IBF)
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Image: MPA Stuttgart
Image: MPA Stuttgart
Image: Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Institute for Soil Mechanics and Rock Mechanics (IBF)
Image: Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Institute for Soil Mechanics and Rock Mechanics (IBF)
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Image: Karlsruhe Institute of Technology Institute for Soil Mechanics and Rock Mechanics (IBF)
Image: Karlsruhe Institute of Technology Institute for Soil Mechanics and Rock Mechanics (IBF)
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Members

Founded in 2011, the WindForS wind energy research cluster includes more than 20 groups at seven universities and research institutions in Germany. We’re pooling our capabilities in wind energy research and education.

Competencies

Each member brings unique capabilities to WindForS. Our expertise covers the whole wind energy system, including wind turbines, the electricity grid, people, and the environment.

Projects

We work on projects with other researchers and industry. Our projects address issues like  social acceptance, optimization, and how to integrate wind energy in to the energy system.