Germany’s energy transition continues to gain momentum in 2025. According to the latest data from the Bundesnetzagentur, February recorded a net addition of 1,538 MW of renewable capacity, driven mainly by solar photovoltaic and onshore wind.

This growth aligns with Germany’s expansion targets, which aim for 215 GW of solar energy and 115 GW of onshore wind by 2030. However, despite maintaining a strong growth rate, the country still faces challenges in accelerating the deployment of new installations.

Solar Energy: The Driving Force of the Transition

Solar photovoltaic energy remains the primary driver of renewable growth in Germany. In February 2025, the country added 1,397 MW of solar capacity, accounting for almost 90% of the net monthly growth.

This increase is due to a combination of large-scale installations and small residential systems, with significant growth in Bavaria and North Rhine-Westphalia, the states leading the segment.

According to the Bundesnetzagentur, solar growth is progressing at a rate close to the annual expansion target, bringing Germany closer to the 215 GW goal for 2030.

Onshore Wind: Recovery and Stability

The onshore wind sector experienced a significant boost in February 2025, adding 349 MW of new capacity. This marks a steady recovery after several months of slower-than-expected growth, reaffirming the sector’s role as a key pillar of Germany’s renewable energy transition. The consistent expansion of wind power is particularly vital as the country aims to reach 115 GW of onshore wind capacity by 2030.

Several federal states played a decisive role in driving this growth. Lower Saxony, a long-standing leader in wind energy development, contributed 110 MW, benefiting from its expansive land availability and favourable wind conditions. Meanwhile, Brandenburg added 152 MW, reinforcing its position as a central hub for onshore wind deployment in eastern Germany. The most remarkable contribution came from North Rhine-Westphalia, which has already installed 959 MW of onshore wind capacity so far this year, reflecting the state’s strategic push to scale up renewable energy production.

Offshore Wind and Biomass: Moderate Expansion

Unlike solar and onshore wind, offshore wind saw no growth in February 2025. Germany currently has 9.2 GW of installed offshore wind capacity, with a target of 30 GW by 2030.

Meanwhile, biomass recorded minimal growth, with only 4.1 MW of new capacity. The Bundesnetzagentur indicates that this sector maintains more stable growth, with fewer monthly variations.

Comparison with Previous Years

Renewable energy growth in February 2025 follows a clear upward trend, reinforcing Germany’s long-term commitment to its Energiewende (energy transition). Over the past three years, the country has steadily increased its monthly capacity additions, demonstrating the effectiveness of its renewable energy policies and investment incentives.

In February 2024, Germany added 1,245 MW of new renewable capacity, already surpassing the 1,168 MW recorded in the same month of 2023. Looking further back, February 2022 saw a lower increase of 1,034 MW, highlighting the steady acceleration in deployment.

Germany’s Path to 2030

To meet its targets of 215 GW of solar, 115 GW of onshore wind, and 30 GW of offshore wind, Germany must maintain a steady growth rate of around 7 GW of renewables per quarter.

The Bundesnetzagentur report highlights that the country is still on track to reach its goals, although further efforts are needed. Grid expansion, energy storage solutions, and integrating intermittent energy sources into the national supply remain key factors in ensuring this growth translates into a stable and resilient energy system. Maintaining this momentum will be crucial for achieving Germany’s ambitious 2030 targets and cementing its position as a global leader in renewable energy.

In conclusion, Germany is making solid progress in its renewable energy expansion, with solar photovoltaic leading growth and onshore wind regaining momentum. However, maintaining the installation pace and overcoming regulatory and technical challenges will be essential to achieving the 2030 targets.