More than the sum of its sciences: IWES.

Wind energy is the backbone of our future energy supply - whether as electricity or hydrogen. Our focus is on validating the necessary technologies and developing methods for their use. Testing and validating wind turbines and electrolysers as well as measuring and characterizing wind and sub-surface for the planning of offshore wind farms are therefore our main research areas. We would like to show you a selection of our services and innovative solutions in our short film. 

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27.1.2026

Fraunhofer IWES and Fugro complete Geophysical Site Investigation Project in the German North Sea for the BSH

The geological conditions of the N-9.5 area have been comprehensively investigated and will now be incorporated into a model of the offshore site.

 

22.1.2026

Digitalization in wind energy: Fraunhofer IWES launches “IWES Digital Hub”

The IWES Digital Hub bundles Fraunhofer IWES's digital tools for wind energy on a central platform. The first service available is GRIDSLI, a tool for fast and reliable processing of terrain data for CFD calculations.

 

16.1.2026

WindSCORE project launched: 360° evaluation system for offshore wind energy projects

With contributions from Norway, France and Germany, WindSCORE's innovative 360° assessment system will lay the foundation for the further expansion of offshore wind energy and a climate-friendly power supply.

Events with IWES participation

April 20–24, 2025, Hannover
Hannover Messe

April 21–23, 2026, Madrid
WindEurope

April 23, 2026, Leuna
Leuna Dialog

September 22–25, 2026, Hamburg
WindEnergy

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