Vestas Aims for Carbon Neutrality and Circular Wind Turbine Production

Wind turbine manufacturer Vestas announced ambitious sustainability goals, targeting carbon neutrality in its operations by 2030 and zero-waste turbines by 2040. The Danish company aims to eliminate landfill disposal or incineration of any turbine parts across its entire value chain. Vestas' strategy emphasizes decarbonizing its supply chain, which accounts for over 80% of a turbine's environmental impact. The company plans to cut supply chain emissions by 45% per megawatt-hour produced by 2030, using 2019 as a baseline. Partnerships are central to this effort. Vestas collaborates with steel producer ArcelorMittal to integrate low-carbon steel into turbine towers. Furthermore, Vestas participates in the CETEC project, seeking effective recycling solutions for turbine blade materials. Recycling blades presents a significant challenge due to the composite materials used in their construction. Vestas CEO Henrik Andersen stated that sustainability is core to the company's business, driving daily efforts to create a more sustainable world. The company's commitment extends beyond its own operations, influencing its suppliers and the broader wind energy sector.