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Airborne Wind Energy: A Game-Changer for Germany and Europe’s Economic Future 🌍💨 Renewable energy is on the rise and technological innovations are essential to accelerate both - energy independence and economic growth. But why add airborne wind as a new energy source to the mix? Airborne Wind Energy (AWE) is more than just another clean power solution — it has unique advantages that can enhance Europe’s entire energy strategy, supporting a future where green energy powers strong economies and independent industries. Here’s how: 🔋 Lower Energy Costs & Stable Grid: Airborne systems harness winds at altitudes and in places that other technologies can’t reach. AWE systems therefore have high full-load hours and can help stabilize the grid. This innovative approach could significantly drive down the overall energy costs. 🏭 Empowering Local Industries & Job Creation: AWE’s unique infrastructure demands skilled expertise from various sectors. New industries like ours offer fertile ground for local job creation, providing high-tech employment opportunities as we build a skilled workforce for the future of clean energy. 🔗 Strengthening Local Supply Chains: Airborne wind systems can be largely manufactured and assembled within Europe, making the production process more resilient to global disruptions, by fostering a European-based supply chain. 🌱 Positioning Europe as a Leader in Clean Technology: With Germany and Europe leading AWE research and deployment, we’re not just reducing emissions but setting a global standard in clean energy technology. Exporting AWE expertise opens new markets and accelerates the global energy transition. By supporting airborne wind energy, we can lay the foundation for sustainable energy independence, innovation-driven economies, and future-proof jobs across Europe. The wind is shifting, and it’s carrying us toward a stronger, greener future. 🌍⚡

🚀 Airborne Wind Energy for Everyone, Everywhere: Mark on his Mission in New York! Our Head of Public Affairs & Business Development, Mark Hoppe, touched down in New York to bring SkySails’ airborne wind energy tech straight to the USA! 🌎💨 At yesterday’s NAWEA, North American Wind Energy Academy/WindTech 2024 Conference, hosted by Rutgers University, he shared the SkySails story and introduced the audience to our game-changing kite technology, capturing high-altitude winds to fuel a fossil-free future. It’s inspiring to see our mission for cleaner, more accessible energy take flight across continents. The awareness about the potential of airborne wind is increasing - in the US and worldwide. Mark did a stellar job representing how airborne wind energy can power the world. Cheers to new ideas, big kites, and even bigger ambitions! 🌍⚡️ #SkySails #AirborneWindEnergy #NAWEAWindTech2024

Dive into the Magic of Airborne Wind at Windenergietage 2024 in Linstow from November 5-7! 🌬️✨ 🎃 As October winds down, we’re preparing for an exciting November, starting with Windenergietage 2024 in Linstow! Get ready to dive into the world of airborne wind energy and discover how we’re extending the borders of renewables. 🔹 Meet the team at booth 82! Our Area Sales Manager, Norbert Taphorn and Project Engineer, Jan Felix Stroetmann will be there to get insights about our technology and current projects. Mark your calendars for their talks: 🎤 Nov. 6, 10–10:30 AM at Forum 24: Discover the bigger picture and the potential our innovations hold for the renewable energy landscape with Norbert Taphorn as he presents "Airborne Wind Energy: Markets and Opportunities". 🎤 Nov. 7, 10-10:30 AM at Forum 22: Join Norbert Taphorn one more time on a journey into the next steps of high-altitude wind energy, the "Industrialization of High Altitude Wind Energy". 🎤 Nov. 7, 12–12:30 PM at Forum 27: Gain valuable knowledge about our technology's real-world applications at Jan Felix Stroetmann talk about "Airborne Wind Energy in Practice: Verified Performance Curve and Operational Experiences". We can’t wait to connect with industry peers, exchange insights, and work toward a fossil-free future together. See you next week! 🌍💨 #SkySails #AirborneWindEnergy #WindenergietageLinstow Spreewind GmbH

Einen Drachen steigen lassen ... und damit Strom erzeugen. Mit Flugwindenergieanlagen kann der bisher unerschlossenen Höhenwind genutzt werden, um Strom zu produzieren. Die kleinen Anlagen können schnell und mit wenig Aufwand fast überall installiert und angeschlossen werden. So kann auch in abgelegenen oder nicht an ein Stromnetz angeschlossenen Gegenden Windenergie genutzt werden. Im Interview erzählt Mark Hoppe von SkySails Group vom Jojo der Lüfte. Mehr auf energiezukunft ➡ https://lnkd.in/dzrYZZE3 Foto: Courtesy of the SkySails Group

🚀 Meet Esther: Our Head of Kite & Tether After introducing you to our soft kite technology last week, we’re thrilled to share this glimpse of one of the talented minds behind it. At SkySails, innovation is in our DNA, and one of our newer team leaders, Esther Holsten-Stühmer, is already making waves. As the head of our Kite & Tether team, she’s all about empowering her crew to do their best work, tackling tough challenges, and finding smart, meaningful solutions. With 12 years of experience in pioneering textile-based products, Esther is no stranger to breaking new ground. She thrives in interdisciplinary teams and loves the challenge of creating something entirely new. Her passion for finding alternatives to fossil fuels is what brought her to SkySails, where she’s helping to shape the future of energy. What drives Esther? Synergy, innovation, and the thrill of success with her team. She’s in it for the big wins, the new insights, and the chance to make a real impact. All in all, she's living the SkySails spirit. 🤝💚 We're thrilled to have you on board, Esther, and can’t wait to tackle the exciting projects we'll bring to life together! At SkySails, we're not just pushing boundaries—we're redefining them. 💨⚡️ #SkySails #AirborneWindEnergy

🚀 Product Innovation of the year - We’ve been nominated! 🌍 We are incredibly proud and excited to announce that SkySails Power has been nominated for the German Renewables Award 2024 by Erneuerbare Energien Hamburg (EEHH) in the category of "Product Innovation of the Year"! 🎉 This nomination is more than just recognition—it’s a testament to our mission: harnessing the power of airborne wind energy to ensure a livable tomorrow with sustainable energy. 🌱💡 At SkySails Power, we believe in pushing boundaries. Our innovative technology has the potential to revolutionize the energy market—by complementing other technologies of renewable energies and freeing the world from the dependency on fossil fuels. 🌬️⚡ We’re looking forward to the award ceremony on November 21, 2024, and are deeply grateful to our team and partners for making this possible. Congratulations to all the other nominees - together, we’re driving the energy transition forward. #GermanRenewablesAward #SkySailsPower #AirborneWindEnergy

🌬️ Remember the thrill of flying a kite as a child? The joy of watching it soar higher and higher, feeling the tug on the string as the wind lifted it to new heights? At SkySails, that same childhood wonder inspires us every day—only now, we harness the power of the wind to change the world. Our kites aren’t just the heart of our flying system; they’re pioneering transformation tools. These incredible kites dance through the sky, capturing the untapped energy of high-altitude winds to generate clean, renewable energy. What may seem effortless from the ground is the result of years of engineering, countless decisions, and a commitment to making every flight as efficient as possible. 🌍 But why Soft Kites? What makes them the stars of our innovative airborne wind energy systems? Here’s why we chose this design: 1️⃣ Lightweight & Simple: Our Soft Kites enable operation at low launching wind speeds, maximizing operating time, while the energy generation takes place inside the ground station. This lightweight design minimizes complexity, making our systems easier to install, operate, and maintain. 2️⃣ Adaptive & Efficient: The large surface area of our Soft Kites reduces tether drag, minimizing performance loss. Their lightweight design also allows for easy storage and switching between different kite sizes to match changing wind conditions. 3️⃣ Scalable & Cost-Effective: Our Soft Kites can be scaled to fit different wind conditions and are designed for easy upgrades. This scalability, combined with minimal material use, makes them a more cost-effective and sustainable solution. 4️⃣ Weather-Resilient: Easily stored during extreme weather like typhoons, our kites are designed for regions where other technologies might fail. At SkySails, every component and design decision is meticulously crafted to achieve the highest levels of efficiency and sustainability. We are dedicated to constantly refining and improving our designs, ensuring that we deliver the best possible results for a cleaner future. Let’s soar together towards a greener tomorrow. 💚💨 #SkySails #KiteTechnology #AirborneWindEnergy #GreenTech

🌬️ Remember the thrill of flying a kite as a child? The joy of watching it soar higher and higher, feeling the tug on the string as the wind lifted it to new heights? At SkySails, that same childhood wonder inspires us every day—only now, we harness the power of the wind to change the world. Our kites aren’t just the heart of our flying system; they’re pioneering transformation tools. These incredible kites dance through the sky, capturing the untapped energy of high-altitude winds to generate clean, renewable energy. What may seem effortless from the ground is the result of years of engineering, countless decisions, and a commitment to making every flight as efficient as possible. 🌍 But why Soft Kites? What makes them the stars of our innovative airborne wind energy systems? Here’s why we chose this design: 1️⃣ Lightweight & Simple: Our Soft Kites enable operation at low launching wind speeds, maximizing operating time, while the energy generation takes place inside the ground station. This lightweight design minimizes complexity, making our systems easier to install, operate, and maintain. 2️⃣ Adaptive & Efficient: The large surface area of our Soft Kites reduces tether drag, minimizing performance loss. Their lightweight design also allows for easy storage and switching between different kite sizes to match changing wind conditions. 3️⃣ Scalable & Cost-Effective: Our Soft Kites can be scaled to fit different wind conditions and are designed for easy upgrades. This scalability, combined with minimal material use, makes them a more cost-effective and sustainable solution. 4️⃣ Weather-Resilient: Easily stored during extreme weather like typhoons, our kites are designed for regions where other technologies might fail. At SkySails, every component and design decision is meticulously crafted to achieve the highest levels of efficiency and sustainability. We are dedicated to constantly refining and improving our designs, ensuring that we deliver the best possible results for a cleaner future. Let’s soar together towards a greener tomorrow. 💚💨 #SkySails #KiteTechnology #AirborneWindEnergy #GreenTech

🌍💨 SkySails Power in Action: A Look Inside Our Technology! 💨🌍 Curious about how our airborne wind energy system works? In this special video, we’re giving you a behind-the-scenes look at our test and development site in Klixbüll, where our commitment to sustainability becomes visual! 🎥 Watch how our massive kites harness the power of high-altitude winds to generate 100% renewable energy. From the kite’s powerful ascent to its seamless integration with the grid, this is a glimpse into the future of wind energy. 💡 Missed us at WindEnergy Hamburg two weeks ago, where we premiered this video? No worries! Reach out—we're eager to keep the conversation going about transforming the future of energy together! 🌍⚡️ #SkySails #AirborneWindEnergy #WindEnergyHamburg #GreenTech

What an incredible week at WindEnergy Hamburg! 🌍✨ Our booth was full of energy as we welcomed numerous visitors, showcased our innovative technology, and explored the future of airborne wind energy together. From packed presentations to exciting meetings with people from the industry and policymakers, it was a non-stop exchange of ideas and possibilities. 💡 A huge thank you to everyone who joined us, asked questions, and contributed to the vibrant discussions at our booth—your enthusiasm keeps pushing us forward! We’re especially excited about the great conversations sparked by our press talk with VDMA and Kitepower. Don’t miss the insightful articles that came out of it: 1️⃣ VDI nachrichten: https://lnkd.in/d8NkhECH 2️⃣ ERNEUERBARE ENERGIEN: https://lnkd.in/dbb-qwbd And to top it all off, here’s a short after-movie capturing the energy of the event, driven by our mission of inspiring change with our innovative kite technology. 🎥 Thank you again to our team and everyone else who made this event a success — we’re more inspired than ever to continue shaping the future of renewable energy! 🌱💨 #SkySails #WindEnergyHamburg #AirborneWindEnergy