Close menu




October 1st, 2021 | 11:33 CEST

Volkswagen, Royal Dutch Shell, Enapter, Nordex - Green investment opportunities

  • Hydrogen
Photo credits: pixabay.com

The climate targets formulated are ambitious. According to the Paris Climate Agreement, Germany has committed itself to work with the international community to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees. According to current research, this would only be possible if the Federal Republic became climate-neutral by 2035. Unfortunately, the reality is sobering. For example, in the first 3 quarters of 2021, the share of renewable energies in electricity consumption fell to just 43%. Policymakers must act and rely on the pioneering spirit of young companies.

time to read: 3 minutes | Author: Stefan Feulner
ISIN: VOLKSWAGEN AG VZO O.N. | DE0007664039 , ROYAL DUTCH SHELL A EO-07 | GB00B03MLX29 , ENAPTER AG INH O.N. | DE000A255G02 , NORDEX SE O.N. | DE000A0D6554

Table of contents:


    Speed must be increased

    Whether Jamaica or traffic light, that the energy turnaround must be at the top of the to-do list of the new federal government is demanded not only by various industry associations but also by the business community. Volkswagen CEO Herbert Diess took to Twitter after the federal election to present ten proposals to the coalition parties currently negotiating. Among other things, he said, the CO2 price should rise to EUR 65 per metric ton as early as 2024. Subsidies for fossil fuels should be ended, and the phase-out of coal accelerated. By 2030, the expansion of renewable energies should be at least 255 gigawatts.

    In addition, subsidies for company cars should be focused on vehicles with electric drives, and the purchase premium for electric cars should be maintained for the time being and gradually reduced by 2025. The future German government should "massively promote and expand" the charging infrastructure for electric cars and trucks and set mandatory targets for fast charging. Stronger support for bicycles, e-bikes and electrified car-sharing services is also "a must". Ride-pooling should also be put on an equal footing with public transport.

    Regarding "green" hydrogen produced with renewable energy, the Volkswagen boss commented that it is "precious and energy-intensive" and is needed primarily for green steel and the decarbonization of industries such as chemicals and cement. Interested parties can read the full tweet at www.twitter.com/Herbert_Diess.

    Pioneer of the precious commodity

    When it comes to green hydrogen, Enapter AG, which already supplies customers in 40 countries, is considered a pioneer and was named "Technology Pioneer 2021" by the World Economic Forum for its innovative AEM electrolysis technology. Another milestone has now been set with the groundbreaking ceremony for the future mass production facility of electrolyzers to generate green hydrogen in Germany. The Enapter Campus is being built in the climate community of Saerbeck on an area of more than 80,000 square meters, which will be powered entirely by local renewable energies and create around 300 jobs.

    A step-by-step production start-up is planned for the end of 2022. From 2023, a production capacity of 10,000 units per month should then be reached. Currently, the prices for production and logistics are still too high. The vision of CEO Sebastian-Justus Schmidt is to use AEM electrolysis technology to make green hydrogen significantly cheaper than diesel. Automated mass production of the electrolyzers will ensure that the cost of the devices will fall, making green hydrogen quickly competitive.

    The development of the machinery required for mass production is being supported by the state of Rhineland-Palatinate with around EUR 9.36 million. "With Enapter, North Rhine-Westphalia has gained a strong partner that will drive the climate-friendly transformation of industry, support the achievement of climate protection targets and bring new jobs to the region," said Prof. Dr. Andreas Pinkwart, Minister for Economic Affairs, Innovation, Digitalization and Energy of North Rhine-Westphalia. By establishing mass production, Enapter is expected to become one of the mainstay companies in "green" hydrogen in Europe.

    Order from the giant

    There is no shortage of incoming orders at wind turbine manufacturer Nordex at the moment. Now another 50 MW order for the production of wind turbines has been received from the Netherlands. The client was none other than oil and gas giant Royal Dutch Shell and includes the delivery and installation of 14 N131/3600 wind turbines and a service contract to maintain and service the turbines for 15 years.

    Instead of celebrating the prestigious order, investors once again pulled the ripcord. The share lost more than 4% in the course of trading and slipped again below the August low of EUR 14.72. A further test of the low for the year at EUR 13.90 is now approaching again.


    The energy turnaround is faltering; renewable energies must be expanded dramatically. This is demanded not only by various associations but also by the business community. Enapter is a leader in the field of "green" hydrogen and has potential due to the start of mass production, while the signs for Nordex are currently "do not buy".


    Conflict of interest

    Pursuant to §85 of the German Securities Trading Act (WpHG), we point out that Apaton Finance GmbH as well as partners, authors or employees of Apaton Finance GmbH (hereinafter referred to as "Relevant Persons") may in the future hold shares or other financial instruments of the mentioned companies or will bet on rising or falling on rising or falling prices and therefore a conflict of interest may arise in the future. conflict of interest may arise in the future. The Relevant Persons reserve the shares or other financial instruments of the company at any time (hereinafter referred to as the company at any time (hereinafter referred to as a "Transaction"). "Transaction"). Transactions may under certain circumstances influence the respective price of the shares or other financial instruments of the of the Company.

    Furthermore, Apaton Finance GmbH reserves the right to enter into future relationships with the company or with third parties in relation to reports on the company. with regard to reports on the company, which are published within the scope of the Apaton Finance GmbH as well as in the social media, on partner sites or in e-mails, on partner sites or in e-mails. The above references to existing conflicts of interest apply apply to all types and forms of publication used by Apaton Finance GmbH uses for publications on companies.

    Risk notice

    Apaton Finance GmbH offers editors, agencies and companies the opportunity to publish commentaries, interviews, summaries, news and etc. on news.financial. These contents serve information for readers and does not constitute a call to action or recommendations, neither explicitly nor implicitly. implicitly, they are to be understood as an assurance of possible price be understood. The contents do not replace individual professional investment advice and do not constitute an offer to sell the share(s) offer to sell the share(s) or other financial instrument(s) in question, nor is it an nor an invitation to buy or sell such.

    The content is expressly not a financial analysis, but rather financial analysis, but rather journalistic or advertising texts. Readers or users who make investment decisions or carry out transactions on the basis decisions or transactions on the basis of the information provided here act completely at their own risk. There is no contractual relationship between between Apaton Finance GmbH and its readers or the users of its offers. users of its offers, as our information only refers to the company and not to the company, but not to the investment decision of the reader or user. or user.

    The acquisition of financial instruments entails high risks that can lead to the total loss of the capital invested. The information published by Apaton Finance GmbH and its authors are based on careful research on careful research, nevertheless no liability for financial losses financial losses or a content guarantee for topicality, correctness, adequacy and completeness of the contents offered here. contents offered here. Please also note our Terms of use.


    Der Autor

    Stefan Feulner

    The native Franconian has more than 20 years of stock exchange experience and a broadly diversified network.
    He is passionate about analyzing a wide variety of business models and investigating new trends.

    About the author



    Related comments:

    Commented by Nico Popp on May 11th, 2026 | 07:00 CEST

    Hydrogen Transformation: Why dynaCERT Is Becoming Indispensable as a Bridge for Industry – Background on NEL and Caterpillar

    • Hydrogen
    • cleantech
    • greenhydrogen
    • renewableenergy

    The energy crisis is driving change. While experts from the International Energy Agency (IEA) and McKinsey make it clear that the 1.5-degree target is now virtually unattainable, a transformation process has also been set in motion across industry and logistics amid high energy prices. The ongoing tensions in the energy markets, exacerbated by geopolitical instability in key regions such as the Strait of Hormuz, have transformed hydrogen from a future-oriented topic into an economic imperative. In sectors considered difficult to transform, including heavy industry, the maritime sector, and heavy mining, there are few viable alternatives to energy sources such as hydrogen. By 2030, green hydrogen is expected to achieve cost parity with fossil fuels in many areas, provided the infrastructure is finally scaled up. But this is precisely where the problem lies: while the world waits for tomorrow's major infrastructure solutions, industry needs efficient bridge technologies today to remain competitive. One company is already on the market and is currently enjoying more popularity than ever.

    Read

    Commented by Nico Popp on May 8th, 2026 | 07:10 CEST

    The Future of the Steel Industry: What Strategic Resources Can Do for ArcelorMittal, Salzgitter, and Others

    • Steel
    • GreenSteel
    • Hydrogen
    • decarbonization
    • iron
    • VTM

    The steel industry has been under significant pressure to transform for years, particularly in Europe. Following the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the war in Iran is now causing yet another shock. As a result, the decarbonization of the industry is no longer just a green vision but an economic necessity. While the transition to hydrogen requires billions in investment, competition for the strategic raw materials needed for this is intensifying at the same time. Steel producers are struggling with retrofitting their existing facilities and volatile margins, while problem solvers like Strategic Resources are increasingly coming into focus. The company offers intermediate products for the steel industry that make the sector's transformation possible in the first place. The key figures are promising, yet this potential has not yet gained traction in the market. Reason enough to shed light on the situation and highlight opportunities.

    Read

    Commented by Mario Hose on May 7th, 2026 | 08:50 CEST

    Following the stock rallies at Ballard Power and Nel ASA—Is HPQ Silicon Now Poised for a Breakout?

    • Silicon
    • Batteries
    • Drones
    • Defense
    • Technology
    • Hydrogen
    • cleantech

    The world of renewable energy and modern energy storage is on the move again, sending investors into a frenzy. While companies like Ballard Power and Nel ASA have already delivered impressive price surges and positive analyst upgrades, a smaller technological pioneer still seems to be waiting in the wings for its big moment. We are talking about HPQ Silicon, a company that is causing a sensation with groundbreaking lab results and its first commercial orders in the field of battery technology. In this report, we examine the current momentum of established hydrogen players and analyze why the technical charts for HPQ Silicon could be set for "victory." Read on to find out whether, following the rebound of the big players, the moment has perhaps arrived for the next hidden champion to break through resistance and set its sights on new price targets.

    Read