How will a pumped storage power plant contribute to the energy transition?

The company is making a significant contribution to the energy transition and is continuing its corporate transformation towards more renewable energy generation. By storing energy, the pumped storage power plant will contribute to greater security of supply in southern Germany.

Why should we invest in a pumped storage power plant?

By storing energy, the pumped storage power plant will contribute to greater security of supply in southern Germany. This investment is part of our previously announced strategy to invest in growth and transformation towards a greener business.

Why is Germany's largest hydropower operator a reliable power supply?

As Germany’s largest hydropower operator, we are thus contributing to a reliable power supply in the south and demonstrating our commitment to the energy transition. The 160-megawatt (MW) power plant has a drop height of 209 meters and can store approximately 850 megawatt-hours (MWh) of electricity in the form of pumped water.

Why should you choose Landshut power stations?

Our plants and power stations provide a wide range of additional benefits, from flood protection to grid stability and water purification. A central control room at the company’s German hydropower headquarters in Landshut ensures that the power stations work together to meet demand.