Pierwszy w Wielkiej Brytanii "nieruchomy" system energii wiatrowej
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This is the UK’s first ‘motionless’ wind energy system.
It has been installed on the roof of its MINI manufacturing plant in Oxford.
This innovative system, developed by Aeromine Technologies, harnesses wind power to generate clean energy without visible moving part.
The Oxford Plant will serve as the testing ground for this pioneering technology, as part of BMW’s aim to support early-stage startups by trialling innovative technologies that can enhance energy efficiency.
Carmen Gargioni, Team Lead Innovation at BMW Group Real Estate Management, said: “BMW Group is always looking for innovative and efficient solutions in every aspect of the business. The BMW Startup Garage acts as a matchmaker between startups and different business units. New technologies are essential as we strive to find the most efficient solution to our requirements. This includes exciting innovations from new players.”
Aeromine Technologies’ wind energy unit is installed on the edge of the building, positioned to face the prevailing wind. Unlike traditional wind turbines, the unit features wing-like vertical airfoils that create a vacuum effect, drawing air through an internal propeller to generate electricity.
This bladeless design minimises noise and vibrations, ensuring minimal disruption to the building and surrounding environment while posing little risk to avian wildlife.
The new wind energy system complements MINI Plant Oxford’s existing solar arrays, which have been operational for a decade. The solar installation, one of the largest roof-mounted solar farms in the UK, consists of over 11,000 panels covering an area equivalent to five football pitches. While the solar panels effectively generate power during daylight hours, particularly in summer,
Aeromine’s wind energy unit is expected to maintain energy production during winter and evenings when wind conditions are more favourable.
Urs Sambale, Project Manager for Sustainability Steering at BMW Group Real Estate Europe, commented: “This pilot is a small but exciting project for BMW Group and complements our existing approach to purchasing renewable electricity from the national grid. We’re looking forward to seeing its potential for generating clean wind energy at BMW Group sites.”
Claus Lønborg, Managing Director of Aeromine Technologies Inc., added: “Aeromine’s partnership with BMW Group represents a pivotal step in our mission to innovate and expand the capabilities of renewable energy solutions. Our ‘motionless’ wind energy technology is designed to work seamlessly alongside solar systems, maximising the renewable energy output from rooftops while helping address challenges like noise, vibrations, and wildlife impact.”
Where: Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
When: 03 Sep 2024
Credit: BMW Group/Cover Images
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2024-09-03
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