Confidence in the future of energy: How VDE Renewables sets global quality standards

(Frankfurt am Main, August 7, 2025) "Our goal is to build trust – among investors, developers, operators, and the general public," says Katja Münzer, Director of Operations & Strategy at VDE Renewables. This is achieved with a comprehensive portfolio of technical services covering all project phases: from initial site analysis and support with approval processes to system certification and production monitoring. As a subsidiary of VDE, VDE Renewables has a clear focus on quality testing and certification as well as risk minimization in the global renewable energy market.

Safety right from the start

From batteries and energy storage systems to photovoltaic modules, the experts at VDE Renewables pay particular attention to technical and regulatory consulting during project development – known as independent engineering. This early phase determines whether a project is technically and economically viable. "We check site conditions, analyze tender documents, support approval procedures, and identify potential risks at an early stage," explains Münzer.

VDE Renewables also remains at its customers' side during the construction and commissioning phase – for example, with detailed quality assurance protocols or final system tests prior to acceptance.

Customized standards instead of a one-size-fits-all approach

To help companies prepare their projects to meet the requirements of financial institutions, insurance companies, and regulatory authorities, the VDE Renewables team develops and implements company-specific standards. Services range from defining bankability and insurability criteria to developing internal quality guidelines.

"This form of individual quality assurance is particularly important for innovative technologies," explains Münzer. The benefits: better financing conditions, faster market approval, and greater planning reliability.

Quality assurance in the supply chain

But how can you make sure that energy projects are technically future-proof? To help investors and operators make decisions, the experts at VDE Renewables check out the plans and system designs to see if they meet the relevant standards. They evaluate how well the technologies used, like battery storage or PV modules, work and also look at safety-related aspects. They also check system integration to ensure that different components can be smoothly and efficiently integrated into existing grid or storage systems.

To guarantee high quality and reliability in all phases of the supply chain, the experts also organize laboratory tests, factory acceptance tests, production monitoring, and manufacturer audits.

Certification as a door opener for international markets

Last but not least, VDE Renewables also supports products and systems during the certification process. The aim is to ensure compliance with international standards and thus increase market acceptance. "Certificates are more than just technical proof today – they are a decisive factor for success in international competition," emphasizes Münzer.

"In a rapidly evolving market environment, VDE Renewables provides guidance and security," explains Münzer. With technical expertise, independent evaluation, and a strong network of partners, the company lays the foundation for long-term successful energy projects and thus actively supports the global energy transition.

About VDE Renewables 

VDE Renewables, a subsidiary of the VDE Group, offers quality assurance services for the global renewable energy sector. Based in Alzenau, Germany, the company’s services include quality testing and certification according to the highest safety, reliability, and performance standards, as well as independent engineering and technical due diligence.

VDE Renewables works closely with all structures of the VDE Group and its internationally renowned network, which include the leading research and development bodies such as the Fraunhofer Institutes and insurance firms such as Allianz and Munich Re. Together with its partners, VDE Renewables supports its customers with their specific requirements, such as gaining access to new markets, differentiating themselves from their competitors or enabling them to receive more attractive insurance or financing conditions. 

For more information, visit www.vde.com/renewables

About VDE

VDE, one of the largest technology organizations in Europe, has been regarded as a synonym for innovation and technological progress for more than 130 years. VDE is the only organization in the world that combines science, standardization, testing, certification, and application consulting under one umbrella. The VDE mark has been synonymous with the highest safety standards and consumer protection for more than 100 years. 

Our passion is the advancement of technology, the next generation of engineers and technologists, and lifelong learning and career development “on the job”. Within the VDE network more than 2,000 employees at over 60 locations worldwide, more than 100,000 honorary experts, and around 1,500 companies are dedicated to ensuring a future worth living: networked, digital, electrical.  
Shaping the e-dialistic future. 

The VDE (VDE Association for Electrical, Electronic & Information Technologies) is headquartered in Frankfurt am Main. For more information, visit www.vde.com