CIRCWIND

Science is collaboration — and people make it happen. 🌍🤝
#CIRCWIND unites 8 partners to make #OffshoreWindTurbine tech tougher, smarter & circular

🔹 #FRP for #WindTurbine Blades
🔹 #Geopolymer concrete
🔹 Simulation & LCA tools

➡ circwind.eu
#HorizonEurope #TeamScience #Innovation

Europe’s clean energy challenge: stay green and stay competitive.
🔄 Enter #CIRCWIND: circular, low-carbon materials for wind turbines—
💨 #FRP blades with longer life
⚓ #Geopolymer concrete floaters
💻 #DigitalTwins for predictive maintenance

👉 circwind.eu

📍 One year in: #CIRCWIND meets in Tønsberg 🇳🇴
✅ First circularity assessments
🧪 Stronger #FibreglassFabrics for blades
♻ New synergies across disciplines
A greener offshore wind future is taking shape - more on circwind.eu! #SustainableEnergy #OffshoreWind

[ID: On the upper left corner, in a blue-green gradient, the Circwind logo: a swirl of circular lines around the three blades of a wind turbine at rest, one blade pointing straight up, the other two pointing to the lower left and right, next to the word "Circwind", the upper end of each C ending in an arrow tip. On the upper right, the text: Sign up for the CIRCWIND newsletter!. Filling the two-thirds of the image, and centred on the lower left, the circular swirls of the Circwind logo, this time containing, displayed on a red background, an open envelope with a document titled "NEWS", and marked with the Circwind logo, emerging from it. A notification bell logo is displayed on the upper left corner of the document page. and a message notification bubble is displayed on the open envelope. End ID]

📢EXTRA, EXTRA, it's the #CIRCWIND Newsletter!
☀Register now on circwind.eu just in time for the release of the first edition this summer!

#HorizonEurope #WindEnergy #OffshoreWind #ScienceCommunication #GreenIndustrialDeal #ResearchImpact #CircularEconomy

[ID: On the upper left corner, in a blue-green gradient, the Circwind logo: a swirl of circular lines around the three blades of a wind turbine at rest, one blade pointing straight up, the other two pointing to the lower left and right, next to the word "Circwind", the upper end of each C ending in an arrow tip. On the upper right, the text: Understanding Circwind WP8 - Dissemination, Communication & Exploitation. Filling the two-thirds of the image, and centred on the lower left, the circular swirls of the Circwind logo, this time containing an individual with dark hair and glasses, wearing a green polo shirt with the CIRCWIND logo, emerging from a desktop pc screen and reaching out to the viewer, surrounded by floating icons of a speech bubble, a camera, a microphone, a pie chart, a magnifying glass, and a cog. End ID]

📢 WP8 in #CIRCWIND spreads the word & ensures impact—via media, events, stakeholder engagement, IPR, & business model development. Turning research into real-world results. 🌍 🔗 More on circwind.eu

#HorizonEU #WindEnergy #Innovation #CircularEconomy #ScienceCommunication

[ID: On the upper left corner, in a blue-green gradient, the Circwind logo: a swirl of circular lines around the three blades of a wind turbine at rest, one blade pointing straight up, the other two pointing to the lower left and right, next to the word "Circwind", the upper end of each C ending in an arrow tip. On the upper right, the text: Understanding Circwind WP6 - Integrated Sustainability Assessment. Filling the two-thirds of the image, and centred on the lower left, the circular swirls of the Circwind logo, this time containing a green and blue arrow moving from left to right while also moving up and down in a zig-zag path. The arrow draws two peaks before ending by pointing to the upper right. The arrow is surrounded by green leaves. Two people sit on the arrow's peaks. First a woman; holding a branch, and then a man, with a laptop in his lap. The CIRCWIND logo lies at the bottom. End ID]

♻️ #CIRCWIND checks for the impact of its innovations, from #CarbonFootprint to #Recyclability. Through #LifeCycleAnalysis, we make sure our wind energy solutions are truly sustainable.
🌍More on circwind.eu
#HorizonEurope #CircularEconomy #WindEnergy #GreenTransition

[ID: On the upper left corner, in a blue-green gradient, the Circwind logo: a swirl of circular lines around the three blades of a wind turbine at rest, one blade pointing straight up, the other two pointing to the lower left and right, next to the word "Circwind", the upper end of each C ending in an arrow tip. On the upper right, the text: Understanding Circwind WP6 - Validation of the innovative technologies for WT blade and floating substructure. Filling the two-thirds of the image, and centred on the lower left, the circular swirls of the Circwind logo, this time containing an individual pointing at a screen filled with data and symbols relating to wind turbines, with a large green tick symbol in the centre. End ID]

🧪 WP6 in #CIRCWIND validates new #WindTurbine blade & floater materials. From lab testing to marine exposure, we’re ensuring our circular innovations hold up in the real world. ⚙️🌊 More on circwind.eu

[ID: On the upper left corner, in a blue-green gradient, the Circwind logo: a swirl of circular lines around the three blades of a wind turbine at rest, one blade pointing straight up, the other two pointing to the lower left and right, next to the word "Circwind", the upper end of each C ending in an arrow tip. On the upper right, the text: Understanding Circwind WP5 - Virtual replica and damage measuring techniques to enable future digital twins of wind turbine components. Filling the two-thirds of the image, and centred on the lower left, the circular swirls of the Circwind logo, this time containing a computer workstation screen, displaying a wire framework of three wind turbines, surrounded by circuit lines that frame the screen and break out of it. End ID]

🧠 WP5 in #CIRCWIND focuses on building the foundation for #DigitalTwins & damage monitoring for #WindTurbines. We're pairing smart sensors with simulations and #VirtualReplicas to track fatigue & predict failures in blades & floaters ⚙️💻

#WindEnergy #Innovation #HorizonEurope

[ID: On the upper left corner, in a blue-green gradient, the Circwind logo: a swirl of circular lines around the three blades of a wind turbine at rest, one blade pointing straight up, the other two pointing to the lower left and right, next to the word "Circwind", the upper end of each C ending in an arrow tip. On the upper right, the text: Understanding Circwind WP3 - Multiscale composite damage modelling and design of new blade FRP materials with optimized damage-tolerance and fatigue life.Filling the two-thirds of the image, and centred on the lower left, the circular swirls of the Circwind logo, this time containing the image of a scientist holding a tablet and pointing at the depiction of a molecule. Behind her, a factory, chimneys puffing. In front of her, a round-bottom flask and an erlenmeyer flask bubbling with liquids. End ID]

🌊 In #CIRCWIND's WP4, we're developing circular geopolymer concrete for floating wind turbines, corrosion-resistant, recycled, and reusable at end-of-life. Offshore wind, made sustainable. ♻️More on: circwind.eu

#HorizonEU #OffshoreWind #SustainableMaterials

[ID: On the upper left corner, in a blue-green gradient, the Circwind logo: a swirl of circular lines around the three blades of a wind turbine at rest, one blade pointing straight up, the other two pointing to the lower left and right, next to the word "Circwind", the upper end of each C ending in an arrow tip. On the upper right, the text: Understanding Circwind WP3 - Multiscale composite damage modelling and design of new blade FRP materials with optimized damage-tolerance and fatigue life. Filling the two-thirds of the image, and centred on the lower left, the circular swirls of the Circwind logo, this time containing a robotic arm pointing a magnifying glass on a laptop, highlighting a circular icon of a wrench and a gear with circular arrows surrounding it. An individual is depicted sitting on the edge of the laptop screen, working on his own laptop. End ID]

🔬 #CIRCWIND's WP3 is dedicated to improving wind turbine blade longevity via multiscale composite damage modeling. By studying fatigue mechanisms and developing optimised materials, we're advancing sustainable wind energy solutions. Read more: circwind.eu #WindEnergy

[ID: On the upper left corner, in a blue-green gradient, the Circwind logo: a swirl of circular lines around the three blades of a wind turbine at rest, one blade pointing straight up, the other two pointing to the lower left and right, next to the word "Circwind", the upper end of each C ending in an arrow tip. On the upper right, the text: Understanding Circwind WP2 - Requirement specifications for new circular wind turbine materials. Filling the two-thirds of the image, and centred on the lower left, the circular swirls of the Circwind logo, this time containing a clipboard, with three checked tickboxes on the left, behind the silhouette of two wind turbines. End ID]

🌊#CIRCWIND's WP2 sets standards for sustainable wind turbine blades and floating platforms. By leveraging existing models and exploring materials like geopolymer concrete, we create efficient, eco-friendly offshore wind solutions!🔗http://circwind.eu #RenewableEnergy #HorizonEurope

[ID: On the upper left corner, in a blue-green gradient, the Circwind logo: a swirl of circular lines around the three blades of a wind turbine at rest, one blade pointing straight up, the other two pointing to the lower left and right, next to the word "Circwind", the upper end of each C ending in an arrow tip. On the upper right, the text: Understanding Circwind WP1 - Project Management and Coordination. Filling the two-thirds of the image, and centred on the lower left, the circular swirls of the Circwind logo, this time containing three human silhouettes - one standing tall, finger pointing up, and a hand on the hip, two others seated, and working on their laptops. Behind them, a curling line of connecting nodes and texts. End ID]

🧭 Meet WP1: Project Management & Coordination, led by #SINTEF!

From planning & admin to data, risk, and EU reporting, WP1 ensures CIRCWIND runs smoothly & builds strong links with other EU wind projects. 🌬️🔧

Learn more: circwind.eu
#CIRCWIND #HorizonEU #WindEnergy

[ID: visual outlining, on the left-hand side, the complex loading and harsh environmental conditions informing the project. In the middle, a list of four special objectives: New FRP damage-tolerant and life-extended materials and manufacturing processes for WT blades, Circular high-performance low carbon concrete for WT substructures based on geopolymer concrete, Virtual replica of FRP & geopolymer concrete enabler for digital twins, and Demonstration of new materials & associated virtual replica, pointing down to three more special objectives, namely Sustainability and cost-efficiency, societal benefits, and high exploitability. To the right, a photo of an offshore wind turbine, with arrows pointing from the objectives about WT Blades and WT Floaters to the relevant areas of the Wind Turbine. End ID]

Offshore wind faces tough seas 🌊 but #CIRCWIND is ready.

From geopolymer floaters to FRP blades, we're designing turbines built to last—maximising output, cutting costs & driving sustainability forward.

Learn more 👉 circwind.eu

#WindEnergy #OffshoreWind #HorizonEU

ID: a singular wind turbine emerging from the warm-hued fog covering the lower two thirds of the image, with a clear blue sky visible in the upper third.

🌬️ While #WindEnergy installations are set for record growth, with Germany 🇩🇪 and the UK 🇬🇧 leading in Europe, rising #EU CO₂ in #Q1 shows the need for a faster #GreenEnergyTransition. Learn how #CIRCWIND is leading the charge on circwind.eu!

ID: Screen capture of the CIRCWIND website's homepage, displaying the project's full name "Development of CIRCular optimised material solutions for WIND turbine blades and support structures" next to an image of a wind turbine in front of a teal and green gradient background.

We're online! 🎉
🌍 The CIRCWIND website serves as the communications hub for the project, keeping you updated on our achievements, and offering further insights about project partners.
🍃Visit us at circwind.eu, and look forward to more news on
#sustainable wind energy generation soon!

ID: Two individuals stand next to project roll-ups linked to the CIRCWIND and MADE4WIND projects inside of a conference room

ID: Group picture of over 40 participants to the CINEA Wind Energy Projects Clustering Event, taken inside of a conference room, in front of artwork depicting a wind turbine, and a pop-up wall depicting EU logos

🌬️ We joined 32 other projects at the #CINEA Wind Energy Event in Brussels!
💡 Policy recommendations for wind growth
⚡ Boosting EU wind industry competitiveness
🔬 Future R&I priorities for wind energy
Let's keep driving #CircularWind forward! ♻️
#HorizonEU #WindEnergy #SustainableMaterials

ID: Above shot of a person standing on forest soil holding a plant spout and the dirt in which it is rooted in their cupped hands. The shot only frames their hands.

🌿 Assessing impact, ensuring progress
#LifeCycleEngineering evaluates the social and environmental impacts of @Circwind_EU’s technologies, ensuring readiness for a circular economy. #Sustainability #ImpactAssessment

🌋 Our partner #Gerosion EHF brings expertise in geotechnical engineering & erosion control to #CIRCWIND! Their work ensures turbine installations meet #EU sustainability goals & environmental standards. ♻️🌱

#HorizonEU #RenewableEnergy #WindTurbines #CircularWind #LowCarbon #OffshoreWind

ACCIONA Construcción leads WP6 on validating circular, damage-tolerant materials for wind turbine blades & floating substructures. 💨

Driving innovation in Offshore Wind & sustainable construction.

#OffshoreWind #Sustainability #GreenEnergy #Innovation #HorizonEU

#ZabalaInnovation leads WP8 in #CIRCWIND, ensuring an effective #communication & #dissemination strategy to maximise the project’s impact.

♻ WP8 strengthens collaboration across EU initiatives, fosters knowledge transfer among partners & stakeholders.

#RenewableEnergy #WindTurbines #windturbines

ID: Ten offshore wind turbines aligned in a row stretching out to the horizon as the sun sets over the ocean

🔬 Pioneering material science: our partner #Rockpore develops advanced materials for sustainable turbine substructures #LowCarbon #HorizonEU #RenewableEnergy #WindTurbines #CircularWindEnergy #OffshoreWindFarms #LowCarbonConcrete #CircularDesign #GreenTransition

ID: daytime photography of an offshore windfarm. Nine turbines are visible standing in the ocean, in two rows. Five in the first row, four in the second. A platform is distantly visible in the upper left.

🌀 Global leader in turbine tech #SiemensGamesa enhances the impact of #Circwind with expertise in turbine design and #FRP material innovation. #WindEnergy #MaterialsScience #HorizonEU #RenewableEnergy #WindTurbines #CircularWindEnergy
#OffshoreWindFarms #LowCarbonConcrete #SustainableMaterials

ID: A group of people seen from the back walk towards the main building of Aalborg University in Copenhagen on a sunny day

🎓 Academic excellence meets industry needs!
@aau.dk brings its expertise in materials science and simulation to advance renewable energy. #Sustainability #HorizonEU #RenewableEnergy #WindTurbines #WindEnergy #OffshoreWindFarms #LowCarbonConcrete #SustainableMaterials

ID: A group of nine people before the doors of the SINTEF headquarters, the SINTEF logo and name prominently displayed on the lintel

🌟 Leading the #CIRCWIND project, SINTEF drives cutting-edge wind energy innovations as one of Europe's largest independent research organisations! #HorizonEU #RenewableEnergy #WindTurbines #CircularWindEnergy #OffshoreWindFarms #LowCarbonConcrete #SustainableMaterials

ID: Low-angle shot of a person turned away from the camera, looking up and stretching their left hand up towards a wind turbine

💡 How long do the #metamaterials used in the construction of a #WindTurbine last? How well do they resist to damage and weathering? Can we optimise their #CarbonFootprint over the course of their life cycle?

🛠 Discover our answers to these questions over the next four years!