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Record Solar Expansion in the Ruhr Region: Hamm Leads the Way
The Ruhr region witnessed a remarkable surge in solar energy adoption in 2024, with a significant increase in the number of solar systems and a total installed capacity exceeding 1,800 megawatts.
According to the Regional Association Ruhr (RVR), the expansion of photovoltaics in 2024 marked a 22 percent rise, translating to an additional 22,000 solar systems in the region. This growth represents a 13 percent increase over the previous record year in 2023, with an additional 428 megawatts of installed capacity.
Hamm, a city within the Ruhr region, played a pivotal role in this solar revolution. The city experienced a record year in solar expansion, ranking second in the amount of newly installed capacity in 2024, with 28,950 kilowatt-peak. Hamm also saw a 127 percent increase in the number of mini-power plants and a total of 1,017 new balcony PV systems installed.
The KlimaAgentur Hamm, a local agency offering consultations for both private households and companies, has been instrumental in facilitating this transition. Interested parties can book an initial consultation for installing a solar system at the KlimaAgentur Hamm's website, www.klimaagentur-unser.de. Here, individuals can learn about the requirements and funding opportunities for a solar system, which can significantly reduce their electricity costs.
Large projects on commercial and industrial roofs significantly contributed to the increase in solar performance in 2024 compared to the previous year. The Mayor of Hamm, Marc Herter, emphasized that the city, along with citizens and Hamm Stadtwerke, is demonstrating the successful implementation of the energy transition.
The figures for PV expansion in 2024 confirmed Hamm's progress towards a sustainable and green power supply. The city's leadership in solar adoption serves as a shining example for other cities in the Ruhr region and beyond, as the world continues to grapple with the challenges of climate change.
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