Karmactive Team
BMW Group has installed the UK's first motionless wind energy system at the MINI plant in Oxford, developed by Aeromine Technologies as part of a pilot project.
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The bladeless design of the system minimizes noise, vibrations, and impact on local wildlife, such as birds and bats, making it an eco-friendly and efficient energy solution.
Aeromine’s technology requires only 10% of the rooftop space needed by traditional solar panels while generating up to 50% more energy at a comparable cost.
Each Aeromine unit has a power rating of 5kW, producing the same energy output as 16 solar panels, but occupies significantly less area, making it ideal for industrial settings.
The system complements the existing solar power infrastructure at the Oxford plant, ensuring renewable energy production during periods of low solar output, such as winter and evening hours.
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BMW's collaboration with Aeromine is part of the BMW Startup Garage initiative, which supports innovative startups by allowing them to test their technologies in real-world applications.
The motionless wind energy system provides a scalable and space-efficient solution for commercial and industrial rooftops, enhancing sustainability and renewable energy output in large-scale settings.
Aeromine’s technology not only reduces risks to wildlife but also uses durable, recyclable materials and requires minimal maintenance over its 20-year lifespan.
This project supports BMW’s ambitious sustainability goals, contributing to a reduction of CO2 emissions by over 200 million tons by 2030, and could serve as a model for future renewable energy projects.
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