Wind power and photovoltaics for local authorities. Income, participation and planning security.

ENACOM supports local authorities and municipalities in the development of municipal energy projects – from the initial site assessment to approval procedures and long-term participation in wind power and PV systems.
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Wind power and photovoltaics for municipalities – strategically developing municipal areas.

Why municipalities rely on ENACOM

Experience in municipal approval procedures, direct communication with authorities and transparent participation models. We support your municipality from the first meeting through to commissioning.
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Years of experience in the energy sector
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What ENACOM does for municipalities and communities

What municipalities can expect from ENACOM

Free inspection of municipal areas for wind power and photovoltaics
Support through municipal regional planning and approval procedures
Coordination with the local council and municipal administration
Design of municipal participation models and citizen participation
Long-term lease and revenue planning for the municipality
Transparent communication with citizens
Ready to let your community benefit from the energy transition?

Experience helps municipalities make progress in the energy transition

We know the requirements of municipal decision-making processes – from local council meetings to public information. ENACOM supports local authorities in a structured, transparent manner and with a regional network of experts, planners and authorities.
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Years of entrepreneurial experience
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Accompanied energy projects
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Years of project development
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Years of renewable energies

Developing municipal areas for wind power and PV, securing permits and involving municipalities in the energy transition in the long term

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Municipal land development for wind power and photovoltaics

We identify suitable sites on municipal territory and examine them according to technical, legal and economic criteria. Municipalities receive a clear assessment of the potential of their land – free of charge and without obligation.
GIS-supported analysis of municipal land and municipal areas
Examination according to wind atlas, spatial planning and development plan
Evaluation of lease and revenue potential for the municipality
Coordination with the local council and municipal administration

Planning and approval procedures for municipal energy projects

We coordinate all official processes and support BImSchG and regional planning procedures for municipal projects. Municipalities benefit from our network of experts, planners and approval authorities – and thus save valuable time.
BImSchG procedure and regional planning for municipal projects
Coordination with neighboring municipalities and districts
Environmental reports, noise and shadow impact analyses
Process management and deadline monitoring
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Municipal participation models – securing income for your municipality

Municipalities can benefit from wind power and PV projects on their territory in the long term via various models – through lease income, business tax or direct participation in the project company. We advise your municipality on the optimal structures.
Lease agreements for municipal land with long-term planning security
Trade tax share due to the project company’s municipal location
Municipal investment companies and citizen energy models
Transparent citizen communication and public participation

How we work with municipalities and communities

Structured, transparent and aligned with municipal decision-making processes.

Initial meeting and local area analysis

We analyze the potential of municipal areas and discuss possible project models and next steps together – without obligation.

Planning, approval and coordination with authorities

We support all planning and approval steps for municipal energy projects – from regional planning to BImSchG approval.

Municipal participation and long-term partnership

We structure municipal participation models and remain your reliable partner even after commissioning.

Frequently asked questions from local authorities about wind power and photovoltaics

Answers to the most important questions about municipal land development, approval procedures and participation models for municipalities.
Municipal open spaces, industrial estates, landfill sites or verges along traffic routes are suitable. We check the potential of your land free of charge and communicate the results transparently – without any obligation for the municipality.
Municipalities benefit from rental income for municipal land, trade tax if the project company is based in the municipal area, and from direct participation models. We advise on the optimal combination for your municipality.
The municipality is involved in the BImSchG procedure as a public interest body and must submit comments. We prepare these together with you, attend local council meetings if required and coordinate communication with the authorities.
Wind power projects typically take 4-7 years due to BImSchG procedures and construction time. PV projects can be realized much faster. We provide your municipality with a realistic timeline right from the start.
Yes, community energy models make it possible for residents to participate directly and financially in projects on municipal territory. This strengthens acceptance and creates local added value. We can advise your municipality on suitable models.
No risk for the municipality. If a project fails in the approval process, your municipality incurs no costs and no obligations. The land remains freely available – we regulate this clearly in the contract.

Let your community benefit from the energy transition

Whether it’s a municipal area, an initial discussion or a specific project inquiry. ENACOM supports local authorities from the initial idea through to commissioning.