Solar and wind power Lego blocks

Does Lego have a wind farm?

Since 2012, the LEGO Group has supported the development of more than 160 megawatts of renewable energy. The latest investment is a 25% stake in the Burbo Bank Extension wind farm off the coast of Liverpool, UK. The wind farm, which was officially opened today, will generate clean power for more than 230,000 British households.

What is the Lego Vestas® wind turbine?

The LEGO Vestas® Wind Turbine celebrates creativity in addition to the LEGO Group’s commitment to making a positive impact on the environment. Through investment in wind power the LEGO Group balances 100% of the energy used to make LEGO bricks with energy from renewable sources.

How much energy does Lego use?

The total ouput from the investments by the LEGO Group in renewables now exceeds the energy consumed at all LEGO factories, stores and offices globally. In 2016, more than 360 gigawatt hours of energy were used by the LEGO Group to produce the more than 75 billion LEGO bricks sold around the world during the year.

How tall is a Lego wind turbine?

Built with 146,000 LEGO bricks, the wind turbine stands 7.5 metres tall and is a tribute to the record 200 metre tall wind turbines of the Burbo Bank Extension wind farm - the largest windmills in operation globally. From the summer of 2017 the LEGO wind turbine will be located at the LEGOLAND Windsor Resort, in the UK.

How did Lego reach the 100% renewable milestone?

Reaching the 100% renewable milestone was a target inspired by the LEGO Group’s partnership with the WWF Climate Savers programme. The LEGO Group works with other partners to advocate for investment in renewable energy and has joined the RE100, a global initiative of companies committed to using 100% renewable energy.

What is the most energy efficient motor Lego has ever made?

Kit contains most energy efficient motor LEGO has ever made. This set is one of the few ways to get the Power Function oriented Solar Panel. Windmill blades can double as efficient water wheel blades too. Set has been discontinued so finding a NIB version now is very rare