Frankfurt's SchÀferköppel wind farm breaks ground to power 30,000 homes by 2027
Construction has begun on the SchÀferköppel wind farm, a major renewable energy project near Frankfurt am Main. The initiative, launched on 16 March 2026, is a joint effort between Mainova and the Frankfurt Citizen Energy Cooperative (FraBeG). Once completed, it will supply green electricity to thousands of local households by summer 2027.
The wind farm will feature four turbines, each standing 266.5 metres tall and capable of generating 6.8 megawatts of power. Together, they are expected to produce around 54 gigawatt-hours of electricity annually. This output could meet the needs of between 20,000 and 30,000 households, based on Germany's average yearly consumption.
Infrastructure work is already in progress, with foundations set to be finished by July. The project follows Germany's Renewable Energy Act (EEG), ensuring nearby communities benefit directly. Local residents also have the chance to invest through FraBeG, sharing in the wind farm's future success. Mainova and FraBeG aim to connect the turbines to the grid by summer 2027. The collaboration marks a step toward expanding renewable energy capacity in the Frankfurt region.
The SchÀferköppel wind farm will add significant green energy to the local grid once operational. Its four turbines are designed to power thousands of homes while offering investment opportunities to citizens. The project's completion in 2027 will further strengthen the region's renewable energy supply.
