NKT A/S has signed a 10-year renewable energy agreement with Uniper SE to secure electricity from a new solar facility in Germany. This NKT Uniper solar agreement supports the company’s efforts to reduce emissions and increase renewable energy use in cable manufacturing.
Solar Power Supports Cable Production
Under the agreement, NKT will purchase 100% of the electricity output from Uniper’s Voslapper Groden photovoltaic park in Wilhelmshaven. The company will also receive all associated Guarantees of Origin, ensuring certified renewable sourcing.
The solar facility will deliver 17.2 MWp of installed capacity and generate approximately 17,872 MWh annually. Uniper is building the project on a former coal plant ash landfill, transforming the site into a renewable energy asset.
Supplying Manufacturing Facilities
The electricity will support NKT’s high-voltage cable plant in Cologne and its cable accessories facility in Nordenham. However, both plants are located 300–400 km from the solar park. Therefore, the company will deliver power through Germany’s public electricity grid.
At the same time, both facilities will remain connected to the grid. They will draw additional electricity when solar generation is not sufficient, ensuring consistent operations.
Advancing Decarbonization Strategy
Power deliveries are expected to begin by January 31, 2027, although an earlier start remains possible. While the companies did not disclose the total share of energy covered, the agreement marks a key step in reducing the carbon footprint of cable production.
Overall, the NKT Uniper solar agreement highlights the shift toward industrial decarbonization and renewable energy integration. It also demonstrates how companies can repurpose former coal sites into sustainable energy solutions.
