Hamburg's Solar Ambition: Two-Thirds of Electricity from Sun by 2030
Hamburg is at the forefront of solar energy expansion in Germany. The city aims to harness the power of the sun to meet a significant portion of its electricity needs, with plans to accelerate the installation of photovoltaic (PV) systems.
A study by researchers from TUHH and HAW Hamburg reveals that solar energy could meet around two-thirds of Hamburg's annual electricity demand. This potential could be achieved by installing PV systems on about eight percent of the state's territory.
Hamburg's solar energy potential lies primarily in rooftop installations, agriculture, and parking lots. Notably, rooftop PV systems account for about 72 percent of the total area potential. The city plans to bring forward the PV obligation for existing buildings to 2024, following the lead of other federal states like Baden-Württemberg, North Rhine-Westphalia, Berlin, Bavaria, and Lower Saxony that have introduced or planned PV obligations.
The economic viability of solar energy in Hamburg increases with the growing demand for electricity for electric mobility. The individual potential for solar energy is greatest for single-family homes, but economic operation has also been demonstrated for multi-family homes and commercial and industrial buildings.
Hamburg's ambitious solar energy plans, driven by research findings and supported by forward-thinking policies, aim to make the city a leader in renewable energy. By harnessing the power of the sun, Hamburg seeks to meet a substantial portion of its electricity needs, contributing to a sustainable and clean energy future.
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