Baltic Eagle soars – How one offshore wind farm is powering the future
As the world shifts to more sustainable energy sources, offshore wind farms are emerging as a potential solution to our power needs. One such example is the Baltic Eagle offshore wind farm, scheduled to become fully operational by the end of 2024. With an annual power generation capacity of 1.9 TWh, it will provide renewable energy to as many as 475,000 households! So, how is this promising project progressing so far?
Something in the air – A big win for German wind?
An event to redefine the landscape of renewable energy? That remains to be seen. What is certain is that Germany’s wind industry has taken a giant leap forward, as a record-breaking auction win blows fresh life into the sector.
Power flows from Dogger Bank – The world’s largest offshore wind farm
In an impressive display of the capabilities of green technology, the Dogger Bank Wind Farm, which is currently the largest offshore wind farm under construction in the world, has started supplying electricity to British homes and businesses.
Provence Grand Large – France’s first floating wind farm
The transition towards renewable energy is seeing remarkable advancements, and floating wind farms are among the most exciting. Situated in the azure waters of the French Mediterranean, the Provence Grand Large project is spearheading this evolution in Europe.
Port of call – Navigating the future of offshore wind farming
The role of ports in offshore wind farming cannot be underestimated. As we transition from the use of hydrocarbons to renewable energy, the wind industry seeks to maximize optimization of portside facilities. It will achieve this by continuing to identify favorable portside locations and lobbying for change at TENT-T.
Sunrise Wind transmission line – Powering New York with clean energy
The Sunrise Wind Farm, located off the coast of Long Island, is set to be one of the first major offshore wind projects for the state of New York. With a 25-mile transmission line connecting the proposed 924MW wind farm to an existing substation in Brookhaven, this ambitious public-private partnership is poised to transform the country’s renewable energy landscape.
The Gulf of Mexico – Driving the energy transition
Mexico and the USA are two countries that share the same goal when it comes to wind energy. Both want to massively expand their offshore wind power output in the coming years. And for that, they have the ideal location. A conjoint region that has recognized its wind potential and is becoming a frontrunner in the fight against climate change.
North Sea synergy – Surrounding countries debating over expansion
Europe counts on offshore wind energy, especially from the North Sea, to achieve the objectives of the European Green Deal. Some of the bordering countries recently met to discuss the expansion and future development of the sea.
Heading Offshore – The recent boom in the expansion of offshore wind energy
Global offshore wind activity is on the rise. Since 2021 the number of related projects in the pipeline has never been higher. Experts are already speaking of a boom that is being driven primarily by China, the UK, and the USA. But is this development just a flash in the pan or is it here to stay?
