About BayWa r.e.
At BayWa r.e. we r.e.think energy – solar, wind, and bioenergy.
We are at the forefront of a global energy transition. Every day we are finding new solutions, pushing technological boundaries and redefining service standards that are helping to make renewable energy even better. Not only looking to what comes next, but actively shaping it.
Experienced companies from the renewables sector were integrated in 2009. Together they formed the successful BayWa r.e. brand.
Today, BayWa r.e. is a leading global renewable energy developer, service supplier, distributor and energy solutions provider. We have operations throughout Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, and are strategically investing in new and emerging markets. We also have the financial backing of the BayWa Group, a global business established for over 90 years, with revenues of EUR 17.1 billion.
We offer end-to-end project solutions that encompass initial planning and consultation, project development, turnkey construction, and ongoing technical and commercial operations management.
Our expertise, creativity and a knowledge base is built on the experience of successfully bringing over 3.5 GW of renewable energy online and managing 8.5 GW of renewable assets around the globe.
We are working with businesses and organisations, from the private and public sector, all over the world to help them reduce their carbon footprint and drive down their energy costs.
BayWa r.e. is also a leading system supplier to the solar distribution market, having built our reputation by offering a comprehensive range of products, supported by industry leading customer support and advice.
BayWa Group
We are part of the BayWa Group, a family of globally successful businesses with revenues of EUR 17.1 billion, originally founded in 1923.
Headquartered in Munich, BayWa specialises in trading, logistics and services within the agriculture, energy and building materials market.
During the company’s 90 year history, BayWa has been providing market leading solutions within food, energy and the built environment that have been helping to address some of the biggest challenges faced by society.
The energy division is the second-largest, with all the activities for renewable energy concentrated within BayWa r.e.
As a closely integrated group of businesses, working across complimentary markets, we are able to draw on an incredible depth of global shared learnings and expertise that often sees us collaborating on projects to the benefit of our customers.
While BayWa has had a long and successful history, the future looks even brighter. Now, as when first founded, trust, stability and innovation remain our core values.
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Explore our history
1989
The journey begins
Erich Hau, one of the pioneers of wind energy, founds ETAPLAN (which became renerco renewable energy AG, a predecessor of BayWa r.e.). The company takes part in the planning of wind energy projects in Germany.
1990
Fresh wind
ETAPLAN supports the development of the first largescale commercial wind park in North Friesland (Germany).
1990/91
Aim high, be innovative
What would become BayWa r.e. Solar Energy Systems (Germany) and Solarmarkt GmbH (Switzerland) install first photovoltaic modules.
1996
Turning biomass into energy
As a pioneer in bioenergy, Aufwind Neue Energien, the predecessor of BayWa r.e. Bioenergy GmbH begins the planning, construction and operation of multiple bioenergy plants across Germany.
1998
First construction of wind park
Expertise in turnkey construction stretches back over decades. At a location steeped in history, renerco AG builds its first wind park at Kaiser-Wilhelm-Koog. Here, Germany’s first wind park was opened in the 1980s. Today, it is home to the biggest wind testing field in the world.
2002
Vientos frescos
Expansion into other European markets comes quickly with the first international wind park developed in the Aragón region of Spain. The 132 turbines have an output of 99 MW.
2002
Vientos frescos
Expansion into other European markets comes quickly with the first international wind park developed in the Aragón region of Spain. The 132 turbines have an output of 99 MW.
2005
Flying high in Austria
Construction of the biggest alpine wind park in Europe. The wind park Steinriegel (Austria) is located 1,600 m (5,249 ft) above sea level – a challenge for construction and operation, but one BayWa was up to.
2005
Flying high in Austria
Construction of the biggest alpine wind park in Europe. The wind park Steinriegel (Austria) is located 1,600 m (5,249 ft) above sea level – a challenge for construction and operation, but one BayWa was up to.
2006
First major bioenergy project
With the biomethane plant in Pliening, Aufwind Erneuerbare Energien realises the first feed-in of biogas into the German natural gas grid. The company (today, BayWa r.e. Bioenergy GmbH) has been leading the market ever since.
2006
First major bioenergy project
With the biomethane plant in Pliening, Aufwind Erneuerbare Energien realises the first feed-in of biogas into the German natural gas grid. The company (today, BayWa r.e. Bioenergie GmbH) has been leading the market ever since.
2007
Build them big
Construction of the company’s first megawatt-class solar park, the open field plant Koenigsbrueck, Germany.
2007
Build them big
Construction of the company’s first megawatt-class solar park, the open field plant Koenigsbrueck, Germany.
2010
Market entry USA
Entering the American solar trade market is successful and growth is quick. Going the extra mile for installer customers has always been a source of pride and that same commitment to offering expert advice still sets the business apart today.
2010
Market entry USA
Entering the American solar trade market is successful and growth is quick. Going the extra mile for installer customers has always been a source of pride and that same commitment to offering expert advice still sets the business apart today.
2011
Success breeds success
2011, sees expansion into the US business to include wind projects. Part of the portfolio was the Snyder wind park in Texas, whose wind turbines are mounted on 345 ft towers making these turbines the tallest in the U.S.
2011
Success breeds success
2011, sees expansion into the US business to include wind projects. Part of the portfolio was the Snyder wind park in Texas, whose wind turbines are mounted on 345 ft towers making these turbines the tallest in the U.S.
2012
Birth of the BayWa r.e. brand
The BayWa AG business activities for renewable energy come together under one brand: BayWa r.e. renewable energy. It marks a milestone for us. From here on, we grow together as a single business with our customers benefiting from our combined expertise and knowledge.
2012
Birth of the BayWa r.e. brand
The BayWa AG business activities for renewable energy come together under one brand: BayWa r.e. renewable energy. It marks a milestone for us. From here on, we grow together as a single business with our customers benefiting from our combined expertise and knowledge.
2012
Driving forward the energy transition
We become a leader in the corporate PPA market right from the start of its growth in Europe. The knowledge we gain working with some of Europe's earliest adopters is today proving invaluable as we help corporations from around the world to find their ideal energy solution.
2012
Driving forward the energy transition
We become a leader in the corporate PPA market right from the start of its growth in Europe. The knowledge we gain working with some of Europe's earliest adopters is today proving invaluable as we help corporations from around the world to find their ideal energy solution.
2013/14
A ballade to green energy
Our third large-scale wind project in the USA is the wind park Brahms in New Mexico. It was constructed in a record time of just five months and generates just under 20 MW.
2013/14
A ballade to green energy
Our third large-scale wind project in the USA is the wind park Brahms in New Mexico. It was constructed in a record time of just five months and generates just under 20 MW.
2014
The future is solar
Photovoltaic capacity installed worldwide amounts to approximately 200 GW that year. That is equivalent to almost half of all nuclear power stations in the world.
2014
The future is Solar
Photovoltaic capacity installed worldwide amounts to approximately 200 GW that year. That is equivalent to almost half of all nuclear power stations in the world.
2015
BayWa r.e. goes East
Global growth in renewables spreads east, primarily to Asia. BayWa r.e. is quick to recognise the trend and opens offices in Tokyo and Bangkok.
2015
BayWa r.e. goes East
Global growth in renewables spreads east, primarily to Asia. BayWa r.e. is quick to recognise the trend and opens offices in Tokyo and Bangkok.
2015
Record holder BayWa r.e.
Wind park Guggenberg, in Germany, is the tallest built by BayWa r.e. to date. Its total height is just under 200 m.
2015
Record holder BayWa r.e.
Wind park Guggenberg, in Germany, is the tallest built by BayWa r.e. to date. Its total height is just under 200 m.
2016
BayWa r.e. Down Under
Global expansion continues with BayWa r.e. opening new offices in Australia. Our business grows quickly as we put ourselves at the forefront of the fifth continent’s exciting transition to renewable energy.
2016
BayWa r.e. Down Under
Global expansion continues with BayWa r.e. opening new offices in Australia. Our business grows quickly as we put ourselves at the forefront of the fifth continent’s exciting transition to renewable energy.
2016
Bringing the future to Zambia
Our remote and off-grid expertise takes us to Africa where we are making a real difference to the daily lives of local communities. Through the Future Farm project in Zambia, undertaken together with BayWa AG, we installed a photovoltaic system to power the irrigation system for local farmers.
2016
Bringing the future to Zambia
Our remote and off-grid expertise takes us to Africa where we are making a real difference to the daily lives of local communities. Through the Future Farm project in Zambia, undertaken together with BayWa AG, we installed a photovoltaic system to power the irrigation system for local farmers.
2016
Renewable energy in remote areas
In Afghanistan, we develop a PV-diesel-hybrid system so a local hospital can benefit from reliable green energy. While in Rwanda it’s ‘time for tea’ as we help a leading tea manufacturer to reduce its carbon footprint and energy costs.
2016
Renewable energy in remote areas
In Afghanistan, we develop a PV-diesel-hybrid system so a local hospital can benefit from reliable green energy. While in Rwanda it’s ‘time for tea’ as we help a leading tea manufacturer to reduce its carbon footprint and energy costs.
2017
Finding your energy solution
All our renewable energy expertise and experience of working with corporates from around the world comes together with the launch of our Energy Solutions division. Across power, heat and mobility, we are helping businesses to reduce their carbon footprint and drive down their energy costs.
2017
Finding your energy solution
All our renewable energy expertise and experience of working with corporates from around the world comes together with the launch of our Energy Solutions division. Across power, heat and mobility, we are helping businesses to reduce their carbon footprint and drive down their energy costs.
2017
Leading service provider
Energy Systems Services (ESS), one of Italy’s leading renewable energy operations management companies, becomes part of BayWa r.e.. With this acquisition, we are now the largest service provider in Italy.
2017
Leading service provider
Energy Systems Services (ESS), one of Italy’s leading renewable energy operations management companies, becomes part of BayWa r.e.. With this acquisition, we are now the largest service provider in Italy.
2018
Entering new markets
BayWa r.e. acquires 70% of GroenLeven Group, the leading developer for solar plants in the Netherlands, with a project pipeline of more than 2 GW. This marks our entry into this exciting and important European market.
2018
Entering new markets
BayWa r.e. acquires 70% of GroenLeven Group, the leading developer for solar plants in the Netherlands, with a project pipeline of more than 2 GW. This marks our entry into this exciting and important European market.
2018
Australian beer from green energy
Carlton & United Breweries (CUB) takes an important step towards its commitment to source 100% of its electricity from renewables by signing a long-term PPA with BayWa r.e..
2018
Australian beer from green energy
Carlton & United Breweries (CUB) takes an important step towards its commitment to source 100% of its electricity from renewables by signing a long-term PPA with BayWa r.e..
2018
Game changer
In Spain, we are building one of the first and largest subsidy free solar projects in Europe. This is an important step towards a new phase, where renewable energy plants can generate cleaner power at the same price as conventional power plants, or even less.
2018
Game changer
In Spain, we are building one of the first and largest subsidy free solar projects in Europe. This is an important step towards a new phase, where renewable energy plants can generate cleaner power at the same price as conventional power plants, or even less.
2018
Promoting energy transition in Zambia
In Zambia we installed our biggest solar plant to date. The 1 MW plant further supports our commitment in Africa and makes an important contribution to the development of more solar power plants in Southern Africa.
2018
Promoting energy transition in Zambia
In Zambia we installed our biggest solar plant to date. The 1 MW plant further supports our commitment in Africa and makes an important contribution to the development of more solar power plants in Southern Africa.
2018
O&M Best Practices Mark
We are one of the first companies toreceive the Solar O&M Best Practices Mark for effective maintenance and safe management of solar plants. It’s a major achievement and assures our customers of the highest quality standards.
2018
O&M Best Practices Mark
We are one of the first companies toreceive the Solar O&M Best Practices Mark for effective maintenance and safe management of solar plants. It’s a major achievement and assures our customers of the highest quality standards.
2018
Study with solar power
We built a 5 MW solar park on the campus of the Universiti Malaysia Perlis. This project is not only testament to successful collaboration with many different project partners, but also provides a great chance to educate students about solar energy.
2018
Study with solar power
We built a 5 MW solar park on the campus of the Universiti Malaysia Perlis. This project is not only testament to successful collaboration with many different project partners, but also provides a great chance to educate students about solar energy.
2018
APAC control centre
To meet the demands of our ever-growing portfolio of renewable energy projects in the Asia-Pacific region, we create a new central control room in Bangkok. We can now offer real-time, 24-hour cover and support, anywhere in the world.
2018
APAC control centre
To meet the demands of our ever-growing portfolio of renewable energy projects in the Asia-Pacific region, we create a new central control room in Bangkok. We can now offer real-time, 24-hour cover and support, anywhere in the world.
2018
Market entry in Mexico
Our partnership with the country’s leading solar distributor enables us to tap into this exciting and fast-growing market.
2018
Market entry in Mexico
Our partnership with the country’s leading solar distributor enables us to tap into this exciting and fast-growing market.
2018
European agro-industries go green
Our 288 KW rooftop solar installation for the Pastores Grupo Cooperativo in Zaragoza was a huge success! This is our first self-consumption project in Spain.
2018
European agro-industries go green
Our 288 KW rooftop solar installation for the Pastores Grupo Cooperativo in Zaragoza was a huge success! This is our first self-consumption project in Spain.
2018
Energy transition in Australia
The completion of two wind farms in the state of Victoria was a big success for our colleagues Down Under. Also, in December, Carlton & United Breweries (CUB) started sourcing green electricity for its brewery operations from our Karadoc solar farm.
2018
Energy transition in Australia
The completion of two wind farms in the state of Victoria was a big success for our colleagues Down Under. Also, in December, Carlton & United Breweries (CUB) started sourcing green electricity for its brewery operations from our Karadoc solar farm.
2019
Why follow when you can lead
Today, BayWa r.e. is r.e.thinking energy. We are setting new standards, driving forward innovation and working with global businesses, organisations and governments to deliver renewable solutions to meet our future energy needs.
2019
Why follow when you can lead
Today, BayWa r.e. is r.e.thinking energy. We are setting new standards, driving forward innovation and working with global businesses, organisations and governments to deliver renewable solutions to meet our future energy needs.