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WindEurope

Wind energy association

WindEurope is an association promoting the use of wind power in Europe. Based in Brussels it has over 600 members, which are active in over 50 countries, including manufacturers with a leading share of the world wind power market, component suppliers, research institutes, national wind and renewables associations, developers, contractors, electricity providers, finance companies, insurance companies, and consultants. Founded in 1982, WindEurope was called previously called EWEA, the European Wind Energy Association.2 Its chief executive is Tinne Van der Straeten (since 2026).1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1982Founded1
  • Industryenergy industry1
  • HeadquartersBrussels-Capital Region, Belgium1
  • Websitewww.ewea.org
  • Legal formnon-profit organisation1
  • Kind of organizationAssociation1
  • LEI54930003Y1TF85IHRG033
  • StatusActive3
  • LEI statusLapsed (not renewed)3
  • Registered addressRUE BELLIARD 40, 1040 Brussels, Belgium3
  • Registered withFederal Public Service Economy (Ministry of Economy), 0476.915.4453
Flag of European Wind Energy Association
Photo: Froztbyte, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons4

WindEurope is an association promoting the use of wind power in Europe. Based in Brussels it has over 600 members, which are active in over 50 countries, including manufacturers with a leading share of the world wind power market, component suppliers, research institutes, national wind and renewables associations, developers, contractors, electricity providers, finance companies, insurance companies, and consultants.2

Leadership

Who has led WindEurope, and when. Pick a name to see everywhere that person has worked.

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Timeline

  1. Jan 2026New chief executive Tinne Van der Straeten becomes CEO1
  2. 1982Founded Founded1

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