Partners: ÉireComposites, Lurederra, TWI, CETMA, INEGI, IDENER, INL, TECNAN, TSF, ACCIONA, Naval Energies, EDF, KOSHKIL, RINA, PNO, EWF, ENEROCEAN
Funding: €6.7M over 48 months from H2020
Disclaimer: This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under grant agreement No 952960.
Revolutionising Wind Energy with MAREWIND
Wind energy is set to play a crucial role in meeting Europe’s renewable energy targets for 2030. The MAREWIND project will support this by researching advanced durable materials and recyclable solutions for wind turbine components. With €6.7M in funding from the EU’s Horizon 2020 programme, 17 organisations from 7 countries are collaborating to tackle challenges in materials, coatings, and multi-material architectural performance. This initiative aims to develop the next generation of large offshore wind and tidal power generators.
Advancing Clean Energy and Economic Growth
MAREWIND’s advanced materials and nanotechnologies will accelerate clean energy adoption, ensuring Europe remains a leader in the sector and facilitating a smoother energy transition. Key benefits include:
- Improved offshore wind energy performance and extended service life
- Enhanced economic growth and job creation in Europe
- Optimized material costs and increased durability
- Significant life cycle cost reductions
- Reduced environmental impact
Driving Wind Energy Sector Innovation
With the combined forces of key players in the wind energy value chain, MAREWIND covers a set of five ambitious targets, developed through three main pillars.
These objectives include:
- Enhancing Corrosion Protection and Durability
- Developing Effective, Biocide-Free Antifouling Solutions
- Improving Erosion Protection and Mechanical Reinforcement of Wind Blades
- Advancing Predictive Modeling and Monitoring
- Increasing Recyclability
The three pillars defined are:
- Scalable manufacturing technologies and easy repair solutions
- Safer-by-design materials to avoid environmental impacts
- Standardization for effective European deployment
By improving material durability, reducing costs, cutting emissions, and boosting economic growth, MAREWIND is set to revolutionise the offshore wind energy sector and help the EU achieve its energy targets.
