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Türkiye added 2,142 megawatts (MW) of new wind capacity in 2025, making it Europe’s second-largest installer behind Germany, which brought 5,735 MW online, according to industry figures.
A report by WindEurope, the Brussels-based industry association representing Europe’s wind energy sector, showed that 19,100 MW of new wind power capacity came online across the continent in 2025, bringing Europe’s total installed wind capacity to 304,000 MW by year-end.
After Germany and Türkiye, Sweden installed 1,767 MW, followed by Spain with 1,563 MW, France with 1,414 MW, and the United Kingdom with 1,250 MW, rounding out Europe’s leading wind markets for the year.
Among countries where wind played a large role in electricity generation, Denmark produced 50% of its power from wind, the highest share in Europe, while Lithuania and Ireland each reached 33%.
Total wind energy investments reached €45 billion ($53.11 billion) during the year, with the funding expected to support the addition of another 21,000 MW of capacity in the coming years.
However, the report also noted that permitting delays remain one of the main barriers slowing wind energy investments across Europe, except in Germany.
Commenting on the figures, WindEurope Chief Executive Tinne Van der Straeten told state-run Anadolu Agency that the outcome strengthens Türkiye’s position as a reliable partner for the European Union, highlighting growing cooperation between the two sides.
She stressed that Türkiye stands out not only for its installation capacity but also for its advanced domestic supply chain, supported by strong manufacturing capabilities across key components.
"Strong manufacturing infrastructure covers blade, tower, and equipment production, directly contributing to local employment and domestic industry," Van der Straeten said.
"From other perspectives, this ensures energy security because it relies on domestic resources and offers a competitive and resilient structure," she added.
As of the end of January 2026, Türkiye’s total installed electricity capacity stood at 123,284 MW. Solar reached 25,827 MW, making up 20.9% of the total, while wind climbed to 14,862 MW with a 12.1% share. Together, the two sources reached 40,689 MW, making up 33% of installed capacity.
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