OHRA secures direct line to Berrenrather Börde Wind Farm & sustainable energy

Thanks to this new link, more than 50% of OHRA's future energy needs will now be covered by renewable wind power

 In the presence of the Minister, SL NaturEnergie and HÖLSCHER HOLDING signed a corresponding direct supply agreement (PPA – Power Purchase Agreement). From left: Mona Neubaur (Minister for Economic Affairs, Industry, Climate Protection and Energy of North Rhine-Westphalia); Klaus Schulze Langenhorst (Managing Director of SL NaturEnergie); and Dr. Thomas Kießling (Chief Executive Officer of Hölscher Holding)

In the presence of NRW Minister of Economic Affairs, Mona Neubaur, German heavy-duty racking specialist OHRA officially inaugurated its direct connection to the Berrenrather Börde Wind Farm in Hürth. “This marks a milestone in our decarbonisation strategy,” commented Dr Thomas Kießling, Chief Executive Officer of Hölscher Holding, to which OHRA belongs.

In the presence of Mona Neubaur (fifth from left), Minister for Economic Affairs, Industry, Climate Protection and Energy of North Rhine-Westphalia; and representatives from the district, municipalities and project partners, Dr. Thomas Kießling (right), CEO of Hölscher Holding, commissions the direct connection between the Berrenrather Börde wind farm and OHRA

Part of a comprehensive transformation

The new 2,500m 20,000V direct line will deliver more than one million kilowatt hours of wind-generated electricity annually. “We're following a clear transformation plan with a firm target: Net Zero by 2045,” Dr Kießling continued. OHRA is also preparing further measures, including the conversion of building heating systems to heat pumps, electrification of powder-coating and paint-stripping facilities, expansion of photovoltaic systems along with the development of sustainable products.

Wind power for industry

To secure its supply of renewable electricity, OHRA has signed a direct Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with SL NaturEnergie – operator of the Berrenrather Börde Wind Farm. Such direct supply models allowe companies to source renewable energy locally and, as SL NaturEnergie Managing Director Klaus Schulze Langenhorst explains: “Are an essential pillar of a successful energy transition.”

Since on-site PPAs remain relatively rare in Germany, both companies are among the pioneers of this forward-looking supply model, which also enhances energy security, competitiveness and grid stability by avoiding costly redispatch measures.

Minister praises project

Mona Neubaur, NRW Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, stated: “Projects such as this one in Hürth bring together climate protection and economic viability, creating the foundation for a liveable region with future-proof jobs and attractive conditions for investment.”

About OHRA

For over 40 years, OHRA has been a European market leader in heavy-load storage technology. A specialist in storage solutions for particularly long, heavy and unwieldy goods, OHRA’s cantilever and pallet racking systems have proven themselves across industries. These are distinguished by their high load-bearing capacity, robustness and durability. The portfolio ranges from simple racking systems to complete racking halls and complex, fully automated storage and order-picking solutions for companies of all sizes and sectors. OHRA products are manufactured at the company’s own facility in Kerpen, Germany. Today, the company operates sales offices in 14 European countries and works with trading partners in an additional 14 countries. For further information, see www.ohra.de.