Vereinigte Werkstätten für Pflanzenöltechnologie Dr. Gruber/Gruber GbR
Allersberg, Bayern, Germany
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Founded in 1993, Vereinigte Werkstätten für Pflanzenöltechnologie Dr. Gruber/Gruber GbR is a limited partnership headquartered in Allersberg, Germany specializing in Biomass, Energy Storage, Other.
Vereinigte Werkstätten für Pflanzenöltechnologie (VWP) is a research and development company specializing in plant oil technology for mobility, agriculture, energy transition and electricity generation in 100% renewable energy hybrid systems. Founded in 1993, VWP develops plant oil-compatible motors and cultivation/production concepts. The company adapts modern serial diesel engines for operation with pure plant oils through flex-fuel technology, enabling their use in vehicles, generators, and stationary applications. VWP focuses on sustainable plant oil cultivation, decentralized oil mill production, and technical standards development. The company has adapted over 2,000 motors across cars, trucks and generators, holds 10 patents in motor technology and fuel quality, and pioneered 100% renewable energy hybrid systems combining photovoltaic, battery storage and plant oil generators. VWP operates internationally across Europe, Asia, Africa and Latin America, promoting regional closed-loop energy, CO2, material and value creation cycles to provide rural income perspectives and energy security in remote areas.
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Plant oil motor technology and adaptation
Renewable energy hybrid systems
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Am Steigbühl 2, 90584, Allersberg, Bayern, Germany
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Best of LIFE Projects for VOICE
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Best International Off-Grid Project