Gigantic solar area in Bassum: electricity for 3,000 households from 2026!

Gigantic solar area in Bassum: electricity for 3,000 households from 2026!

Big things are happening in the small town of Bassum: A new open-space photovoltaic system is being built on an area of ​​around eight hectares, which is intended to provide a breath of fresh air in the regional energy supply. Loud District newspaper The system, which is scheduled to go online by January 2026 at the latest, will supply enough electricity for around 3,000 households. This corresponds to a total output of up to 12.5 megawatts.

The Schierloh Engineering company from Bruchhausen-Vilsen is responsible for the project, while the Weyhe Citizens' Energy Cooperative is participating in this pioneering project with 20 percent. The preparatory work is currently underway, with metal rods being driven into the ground and the brackets for the solar modules being installed. The first solar modules should be installed this week.

Close collaboration and sustainability

The cooperation between the various partners is emphasized. The Bassum-Twistringen energy cooperative is also on board with a further 20 percent stake. The areas used were previously used for agriculture and are now being converted sensibly because they were not particularly attractive and are therefore ideally suited for sustainable energy production. Bassum Abbey has leased these areas to those involved in the project and thus made a valuable contribution.

Another exciting point is the possibility of retrofitting a battery storage system for the photovoltaic system, which could increase the flexibility and efficiency of the project. This is BEG Weyhe's first major project, and Klaus Wesemann, the CEO, is optimistic about the progress that has been made. From an initial membership of just 21, the citizens' energy cooperative has now grown to 78 and has issued almost 400 shares, which were able to generate start-up capital of around 80,000 euros Weser-Kurier reports.

Plans for the future

However, the citizens' energy cooperative's plans go beyond the plant in Bassum. Projects such as a photovoltaic system in Rodewald, which will be realized with an investment of 150,000 to 180,000 euros, are also in the pipeline. Wesemann emphasizes that PV projects offer faster returns compared to wind farm investments, which often require longer planning phases.

Back to Bassum: This photovoltaic system not only takes a big step towards renewable energies, but also sets an example for other communities to try similar projects. And so all that can be said is: the commitment in the region is taking on forms that are impressive! Further projects are already being planned, with BEG Weyhe wanting to continue to be active in sustainable energy production.