What is Wien energy?

With its citizens’ power plants, Wien Energie gives private individuals the opportunity to make a collective investment in clean energy. Wien Energie is in charge of operating the photovoltaic plants.

How many solar and wind plants are there in Viennese?

Over 30 solar and wind plants are already supplying the city with carbon-free energy. The thousands of local investors and the continued high levels of interest in the model demonstrate the Viennese public’s strong commitment to climate action.

When did Vienna start supplying carbon-free energy?

Vienna’s first citizens’ power plant opened on 4 May 2012 on the premises of Donaustadt power station, and Wien Energie has been expediting the expansion of the model ever since. Over 30 solar and wind plants are already supplying the city with carbon-free energy.

How does Wien energy benefit the environment?

Wien Energie is in charge of operating the photovoltaic plants. In return for their investment the co-owners of the plants receive an annual remuneration in the form of vouchers from Wien Energie over a period of five years. This community funding model benefits the environment, Wien Energie and investors alike.

How do citizens' power plants contribute to the Smart City Wien Framework Strategy?

The citizens’ power plants are making a major contribution to renewable power generation within the municipal boundaries and in the wider region and are thus helping to meet the energy targets of the Smart City Wien Framework Strategy.