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Hamm Shines in Solar Expansion: A Green Leap Forward in the Ruhr Region
In a remarkable stride towards a sustainable future, the city of Hamm in the Ruhr region has emerged as a beacon of solar power expansion. According to an analysis by the Regional Association Ruhr (RVR), 2024 was a record year for the region, and Hamm played a significant role in this achievement.
Hamm, with a population of roughly 200,000, had the second-largest installed capacity of photovoltaics in the entire RVR region in 2024, trailing only Essen. With a total capacity of 28,950 kilowatt-peak, Hamm also ranked second in the amount of newly installed capacity of photovoltaics that year.
The city's impressive solar capacity was largely due to large projects on commercial and industrial roofs, which saw a significant increase compared to the previous year. This expansion surpassed the previous record year of 2023 by 13%. As a result, Hamm was ahead of significantly larger cities such as Duisburg and Bochum in terms of installed capacity of photovoltaics.
The total capacity of solar installations in the RVR region in 2024 exceeded 1,800 megawatts. A total of 40,000 plug-and-play solar systems were registered in the region, and the number of rooftop solar installations increased by 22,000 or 22 percent to 118,000. The number of balcony power stations also saw a substantial increase, rising by 127 percent in 2024.
Mayor Marc Herter, who was re-elected and remains in office as of January 26, 2025, has been actively involved in shaping initiatives for the city. While direct confirmation of him as the first mayor initiating the specific solar project is not explicitly stated, his leadership has undoubtedly contributed to the city's progress towards a sustainable and green power supply.
Interested parties in Hamm can book an initial consultation for a solar system through the KlimaAgentur Hamm's website (www.klimaagentur-unser.de). Through the KlimaAgentur Hamm, individuals can also learn about the requirements and funding opportunities for a solar system. By installing a solar system, individuals can significantly reduce their own electricity costs.
The expansion of photovoltaics in Hamm is a testament to the city's commitment to the energy transition. As Mayor Herter emphasized, Hamm, along with the citizens and the Hamm Stadtwerke, is demonstrating the success of this transition. The city's achievements in solar power expansion serve as an inspiration for other cities in the Ruhr region and beyond, paving the way for a greener and more sustainable future.
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