Wattbewerb

About

Founded in 2021, Wattbewerb is a ngo headquartered in Karlsruhe, Germany specializing in Solar.

Wattbewerb is a non-profit competition platform that mobilizes German cities and municipalities to rapidly expand solar photovoltaic capacity. Starting officially in February 2021, the initiative challenges participating communities to double their installed PV capacity and achieve 100% renewable energy by 2030 to meet Germany's climate commitments under the Paris Agreement. The platform provides participating municipalities with specialized dashboards displaying real-time data on installed PV capacity and storage systems, quarterly challenges focused on PV expansion and related topics, and access to educational resources on solar technology. As of the latest reports, over 420 municipalities participate in the competition. Wattbewerb facilitates community engagement through local activist groups, provides media support materials, and recognizes municipal achievements in advancing the energy transition. The organization emphasizes decentralized energy production, economic benefits to local communities, and reducing dependence on fossil fuels.