EPDs for Wind Turbines in Europe: The Data Guide
Planning an Environmental Product Declaration for a wind turbine or wind turbine generator in 2026. This data-backed snapshot of Europe shows who is publishing, which program operators and PCRs are actually used, and when expiries will bite, so you can time workstreams and budgets with confidence.
Why this category matters now
Wind is a flagship low‑carbon technology, yet procurement often stalls without product‑specific EPDs that match project rules. Teams that show clear, third‑party verified numbers get specified more often and spend less time defending assumptions. Think of the PCR as the rulebook of Monopoly, ignore it and the game falls apart.
Five‑year publishing curve at a glance
Eighteen valid EPDs for wind turbines and key components were published in Europe across the last five years, with a surge in 2023 and steady activity in 2024. Nothing new registered in 2025 in the public registry we track.
| Year | EPDs issued |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 3 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 0 |
Latest seen in the registry for this category was issued on May 28, 2024.
Who is publishing
Eight manufacturers account for the 18 EPDs. Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy leads with 6. NMG Europe S.r.l. follows with 3. AB SKF, DAFA A/S, and SOMFY each have 2. ACCIONA Energía, 3A COMPOSITES CORE MATERIALS, and ROMA KG contribute 1 each. That mix tells us the market blends full turbine declarations with component‑specific EPDs like bearings and core materials, which is common for WTGs.
Program operators used in Europe
Four operators serve this space. EPD International AB is the workhorse with 13 EPDs across 5 manufacturers. Association P.E.P has 2 from 1 manufacturer, EPD Hub has 2 from 1 manufacturer, and IBU carries 1 from 1 manufacturer. This distribution suggests wide acceptance of Environdec in wind, with targeted use of others for company or market specifics.
What to read into this. If multiple competitors publish under the same operator, it usually signals smooth reviewer familiarity and faster stakeholder recognition during bids.
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The PCRs that actually show up
Six distinct PCRs are in play in the last five years. That is a lot for a niche category, and it reflects the mix of complete turbines and components.
| PCR | EPDs | Latest expiry |
|---|---|---|
| PCR 2007:08 Electricity, steam and hot/cold water generation and distribution (4.2) | 7 | Sep 11, 2028 |
| EPD Hub Core PCR version 1.0 (Feb 1, 2022) | 2 | Dec 15, 2028 |
| PCR 2018:10 Boards, blocks, panels, sheets of plastics, composite system, non‑construction (1.0.2) | 3 | Dec 18, 2028 |
| PCR 2018:10 same family (1.01) | 1 | Dec 18, 2028 |
| PCR 2023:03 Bearings, bearing units and parts thereof (1.0.0) | 2 | Sep 22, 2028 |
| Product Category Rules for Electrical, Electronic and HVAC‑R Products | 2 | Dec 15, 2026 |
| Unknown PCR | 1 | May 28, 2029 |
Two quick reads. First, the electricity generation PCR remains widely used for full turbine declarations. Second, component PCRs such as bearings and polymer cores are firmly part of the publishing mix, which helps OEMs cover key assemblies while new turbine PCRs mature.
Expiries to watch and timing your renewals
The next five calendar years show a clear renewal cliff in 2028 after lighter activity in 2026 and 2027.
- 2026 has 4 expiries, split between electricity generation and electrical or HVAC‑R product PCRs, with the earliest on Mar 31 and two aligned on Dec 15.
- 2027 has 2 expiries, both electricity generation, centered on Jun 20.
- 2028 has 11 expiries across five PCR families, most clustered between Sep 11 and Dec 18.
- 2029 has 1 expiry on May 28.
Most EPD programs set validity at five years, so plan your next data pull accordingly, including reference year selection and any factory changes that affect A1 to A3 footprints (EPD International, 2024) (EPD International, 2024). IBU follows the same five year validity principle within EN 15804 program rules (IBU, 2024) (IBU, 2024).
The newest filing in the registry
The most recent item visible for this category is Ventetain Blinds issued May 28, 2024, by ROMA KG under IBU, with an expiry date of May 28, 2029. That shows the registry clock is active, even when turbine‑specific activity pauses for a quarter or two.
How much consultant help is used
Sixteen of the 18 wind EPDs were published with an EPD consultant or service provider involved. That is roughly 89 percent, which tracks with the complexity of multi‑plant BOMs, component families, and gate‑to‑grave modeling for offshore and onshore configurations. If speed and completeness matter, an EPD service provider like Parq can remove the internal data‑wrangling load so your engineering and quality teams stay on product work.
Picking the best‑fit PCR for a new turbine EPD
Start with the competitive set that already wins your bids. If peer models cite the electricity generation PCR, that is a strong default for WTG declarations. If your next release is component focused, bearings or polymer core PCRs fit cleanly. Also check program operator familiarity with your category, reviewer queues, and renewal timelines that align with your five year commercial plan. A great LCA partner will map those trade‑offs and prevent restarts late in review.
Notably absent in the public registry
As of Jan 21, 2026, we did not find current product‑specific EPDs in the registry we monitor for several well known European wind players, including Vestas, Nordex, Enercon, and LM Wind Power. Some may publish under other categories or regional entities, or focus on component EPDs that were not visible during this check. If your team needs a point‑by‑point competitive scan before committing to a PCR, we can share the latest pulls.
Commercial takeaways for 2026 bids
- The core action is timing. The 2028 expiry wave will create a rush of renewals. Teams that plan reference year data in early 2027 will avoid reviewer bottlenecks.
- If you lack a full turbine EPD, a component path can still remove specification penalties on projects that allow assembly‑level documentation, especially bearings and polymer cores.
- Publication choice matters. Using the same operator as your nearest competitor often shortens buyer due diligence because reviewers and specifiers recognize the format.
A quick note on process and data access
This article relies on the global public registry most architects and specifiers use. Due to loading delays, EPDs from the last half of 2025 may be partially represented here. If you want the full, up‑to‑date background dataset or a free fifteen minute sanity check on the best PCR for your products, connect with me on LinkedIn and send a message. I am more than happy to help, and we can definately jump on a quick call if useful.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many valid wind turbine EPDs were published in Europe in the last five years and how many companies published them
There are 18 valid EPDs from 8 manufacturers across Europe in the last five years. Publishing momentum peaked in 2023 with 8, then 4 in 2024.
Which program operator is most common for wind turbine EPDs in Europe
EPD International AB hosts 13 EPDs across 5 manufacturers, which makes it the dominant operator in this category. Association P.E.P and EPD Hub have 2 each, IBU has 1.
Which PCRs are most used for wind turbines and their components in Europe
The electricity generation PCR 2007:08 is most common for full turbine declarations with 7 EPDs. Component PCRs also feature, including bearings PCR 2023:03 with 2 EPDs and polymer boards PCR 2018:10 variants with 4 combined.
When will the next big wave of EPD renewals hit this category
A clear renewal wave arrives in 2028 with 11 expiries clustered in September to December. Smaller waves are in 2026 with 4 and 2027 with 2.
How often do wind turbine EPD teams use outside consultants or service providers
Roughly 89 percent of the EPDs used an external consultant or service provider, which reflects the complexity of BOMs and multi‑site data collection in this category.
About the Author
With a passion for sustainability and a love for complex data, Toby helps manufacturers efficiently collect data from across their organization and get their EPDs done right. He’s especially interested in how AI can support human expertise, helping R&D and factory teams work faster, smarter, and with less friction.
