Living Green - Episode 42 - Wind Energy

Siemens has become a leading provider of wind turbines, entering the market five years ago by acquiring Denmark's Bonus Energy. Since then, Siemens has rapidly developed its wind power operations, significantly increasing its workforce and revenue. The company's strategy focuses on strengthening its position as a global leader in offshore wind farms, expanding its production network, and ensuring technology leadership with innovative products like gearless and floating wind turbines.

How did Siemens enter the wind power market?

• By merging with another energy giant

• By acquiring Denmark's Bonus Energy

• Through a partnership with a local company

• By developing its own technology

What has been the growth in Siemens' workforce since entering the wind power market?

• It has doubled

• It has remained the same

• It has decreased

• It has grown seven-fold

What is one of Siemens' strategic goals in the wind power sector?

• To become a leader in offshore wind farms

• To reduce production costs

• To focus solely on onshore wind farms

• To exit the wind power market

Which innovative technology is Siemens focusing on for wind turbines?

• Gearless and floating wind turbines

• Nuclear-powered turbines

• Hydraulic turbines

• Solar-powered turbines

What is Siemens' approach to expanding its wind power operations?

• Focusing on a single market

• Expanding its international production network

• Reducing its workforce

• Limiting technological advancements