Founded in 1984 by Dr. Aloys Wobben in Aurich, Germany, ENERCON GmbH is a global leader in onshore wind turbine manufacturing, recognised for the gearless direct-drive technology it pioneered with the E-40 in 1993. Installed turbines now exceed 30,292 worldwide, totaling more than 64 GW as of May 2025. Models include the E-175 EP5 (7 MW) and E-138 EP3, each optimised for varying wind conditions. The company provides comprehensive services - planning, financing, repowering, and turnkey wind park solutions - supported by more than 360 service stations in over 45 countries. ISO 9001 certification underpins the work. Turbines feature Norman Foster's iconic egg-shaped nacelle design and grid-compliant feeding systems, ensuring high reliability and net stability.