LVEA: CompositeCircle project redefines the end-of-life solutions in the wind sector

The Lithuanian Wind Power Association (LVEA) is a non-governmental organization that represents and promotes the interests of the wind energy sector in Lithuania. In CompositeCircle project, LVEA mediates the dialogue between wind power companies, society and national authorities. The organization fosters the exchange of expertise and gathers insights and needs within the sector. LVEA will be responsible for the orchestration of recycling route in Lithuania and ensure the project results are relevant to the companies it represents. Additionally, LVEA will provide insights in wind blade recycling challenge related legislation in Lithuania and assist in advocacy efforts with policymakers.

As the renewable energy sector continues to expand, the challenge of managing wind turbine components at the end of their lifecycle is becoming increasingly urgent. LVEA brings a pragmatic and forward thinking perspective to the CompositeCircle project by aiming the collaboration at rethinking how turbine blades and other components are treated once they are decommissioned.

LVEA’s involvement highlights a shift in the sector’s mindset: from traditional recycling methods to a more economically and environmentally viable approach centered on reuse. While components like towers, transformers, and cables already have a clear reuse market, the true challenge lies in turbine blades. These large, composite structures are difficult to dismantle, process, and repurpose. The project seeks to explore whether they can be reused in applications like concrete production or reconstituted into new material – solutions that could significantly reduce landfill reliance.

However, challenges persist. Linas Sabaliauskas emphasizes the complexity of cross-border collaboration, fragmented regulations across EU countries, and market scepticism toward materials made with recycled composites. Yet, he remains optimistic. Drawing on knowledge from previous EU projects and industry partnerships, LVEA believes that scalable, cost-effective solutions are within reach. The key lies in combining existing innovations, refining them for real-world use, and ensuring that wind energy infrastructure can support its own sustainability goals from cradle to grave.

Ultimately, LVEA’s approach underscores a critical principle: rather than extracting new materials, we should focus on maximizing the value of what we already have. With coordinated efforts, smarter design, and a shift toward reuse, the wind energy sector can pave the way for a truly circular economy – one that supports both economic growth and environmental resilience.

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