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Orsted confirms final investment in 2,9GW Hornsea 3 – reNews – Renewable Energy News

Written by Paulo Nogueira
Published 20/12/2023 às 10:59
Hornsea Three, offshore wind farm
Orsted makes final investment decision on Hornsea 3 – reNews – Renewable Energy News – PHOTO: ©2023 Re News.Biz

Siemens Gamesa will supply 14 MW turbines for offshore project in the North Sea, coast of Norfolk, with tax incentives and converter station.

Orsted has confirmed the final investment in its Hornsea 3 offshore wind farm, located in the North Sea, approximately 120km off the coast of Norfolk and 160km off the coast of Yorkshire, England. With a capacity of 2.900 MW, the project will be the company's third gigawatt-scale project in the Hornsea zone, after Hornsea 1 (1,2 GW) and Hornsea 2 (1,3 GW). Hornsea 3 is expected to be completed by the end of 2027, with Siemens Gamesa supplying SG 14-236 DD offshore wind turbines, capable of generating 14 MW of power, excluding final decision.
Hornsea 3: Offshore Wind Farm in North Sea

Hornsea 3: License for the World's Largest Offshore Wind Farm

Hornsea 3, the project construction of the largest offshore wind farm in the world, received the final decision to move forward with its construction in norfolk coast. The Hornsea 3 wind farm, located in the North Sea, is set to become the largest offshore wind farm in the world, with a capacity of 2316 MW.

Hornsea 3: Boosting the Renewable Energy Sector

The construction of the Hornsea 3 wind farm is seen as an important milestone in the development of renewable energy in the region. In addition to generating enough clean energy to meet the needs of more than 2 million homes, the project will also significantly contribute to reducing carbon emissions.

Hornsea 3: Tax Incentives and Economic Impact

The local government is offering substantial tax incentives to ensure the success of the Hornsea 3 project. The construction of the offshore wind farm is expected to create hundreds of local jobs and have a positive economic impact on the Norfolk region.

Hornsea 3: Converter Station and Technical Challenges

One of the technical challenges faced by the Hornsea 3 project is the installation of a converter station at sea. This station will be responsible for converting the wind energy generated into electricity and, although it represents a challenge, it is fundamental to the success of the wind farm.

Hornsea 3: Towards the Future of Sustainable Energy

With the progress of the Hornsea 3 project, the region is on its way to becoming a powerhouse in renewable energy. The offshore wind farm will not only provide clean, sustainable energy, but will also open doors for future renewable energy projects in the region.

Source: © Re News.Biz

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Paulo Nogueira

An electrical engineer graduated from one of the country's technical education institutions, the Instituto Federal Fluminense - IFF (formerly CEFET), I worked for several years in the areas of offshore oil and gas, energy and construction. Today, with over 8 publications in magazines and online blogs about the energy sector, my focus is to provide real-time information on the Brazilian employment market, macro and micro economics and entrepreneurship. For questions, suggestions and corrections, please contact us at informe@clickpetroleoegas.com.br. Please note that we do not accept resumes for this purpose.

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