# German startup makes wind turbine blades from wood not fibreglass 2026-08-14T06:42:35+00:00 | Technology | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet A German startup, Voodin Blade Technology, has mounted 19.3-metre wooden blades on an existing turbine in Breuna, calling it the world's first prototype of its kind. The blades use laminated veneer lumber (LVL) instead of fibreglass and epoxy resin, which are difficult to recycle. The company claims 78% less carbon dioxide during production and up to 20% lower costs. The prototype suits the onshore market, which accounts for most wind capacity globally. While 85-90% of a turbine's mass is recyclable, blades are typically buried or burned. A 2017 study estimated 43 million tonnes of blade waste by 2050. ## Coverage - timesofindia.indiatimes.com Tags: renewable technology, startup, waste recycling, wind energy, wood blades Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/german-startup-makes-wind-turbine-blades-from-wood-not-fibreglass/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/german-startup-makes-wind-turbine-blades-from-wood-not-fibreglass/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.