July 2025
NeXtWind x LBBW: Accelerating Wind Energy for Europe
LBBW is participating in a syndicated loan to expand wind energy, thereby strengthening a sustainable energy future.
As one of the leading banks for project finance, LBBW is actively shaping the energy transition. Through its role as a financing partner for major infrastructure projects, it is driving the expansion of renewable energy. The latest example: a new wind farm project representing one of the largest wind energy financings in Germany to date.
Financing as a Key Driver of Transformation
The transition to a climate-friendly power supply is inconceivable without sustainable financing. With the rising electricity demand driven by digitalization, e-mobility and industrial decarbonization, substantial investments are required – along with banks that bring structuring expertise, a deep understanding of risk and long-term perspectives.
LBBW supports project developers, investors and energy companies with tailored financing solutions - from planning and syndication to execution.
Milestone for NeXtWind: EUR 1.4 Billion for Wind Power
A significant commitment is LBBW’s participation in the record financing of Berlin-based company NeXtWind. As part of a syndicated loan, LBBW, together with several partner banks, is providing a total volume of € 1.4 billion.
LBBW is acting as Underwriter, Mandated Lead Arranger and Bookrunner – taking responsibility for structuring, coordinating the lending process, organizing the syndication and managing the loan book alongside two other banks.
The debt financing will primarily be used for the modernization and repowering of existing wind farms. By 2028 NeXtWind, plans to quadruple its generation capacity, supplying millions of people with green energy each year.
Taking Responsibility, Financing the Future
"As a bank with a clear focus on sustainability, we deploy our financial strength where it has the greatest impact - in future-proof infrastructure," says Walter Schneider, Director Sustainable Energy Finance at LBBW.
Through commitments such as NeXtWind, LBBW shows how sustainable transformation can be achieved successfully from an economic perspective – creating momentum for the climate, the economy and society.
