Statkraft Seeks Permit for 2.1 GW Offshore Wind Farm to Power Stockholm’s Clean Energy Transition

Statkraft Seeks Permit for 2.1 GW Offshore Wind Farm to Power Stockholm’s Clean Energy Transition

(IN BRIEF) Statkraft has applied for a permit to develop the 2.1 GW Baltic Offshore Delta North wind farm in the Baltic Sea, located 100 kilometers east of Stockholm. This bottom-fixed offshore wind project, designed to generate up to 8 TWh of electricity annually, aims to address growing energy demand in the Stockholm region and support the transition to a low-carbon economy. With up to 105 wind turbines, the wind farm will be located far offshore to minimize visual impact and could integrate with hydrogen or e-fuel technologies to improve grid stability. Statkraft sees this project as part of its broader goal to develop 6-8 GW of offshore wind by 2040, making Sweden a key market for renewable energy expansion in Northern Europe.

(PRESS RELEASE) OSLO, 22-Oct-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — Statkraft has officially submitted an application to develop the 2.1 GW Baltic Offshore Delta North wind farm in the Baltic Sea, situated in Sweden’s economic zone. Positioned roughly 100 kilometers east of Stockholm and 55 kilometers from Sandhamn island, this bottom-fixed offshore wind farm aims to significantly boost the region’s renewable energy capacity.

Once operational, Delta North could produce up to 8 TWh of electricity annually, which would account for 40% of Stockholm County’s current electricity consumption. This project is expected to meet the growing energy demand of the transportation sector while supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy, helping Sweden meet its climate goals. Additionally, the wind farm will address the region’s energy imbalance, as Stockholm currently generates only a fraction of the power it uses.

The project proposes up to 105 bottom-fixed wind turbines, located far offshore to minimize visual impact. The turbines will be positioned in an area identified by Swedish authorities as suitable for offshore wind development, based on the Marine Spatial Plans. This location is expected to have minimal conflict with other maritime activities, allowing for peaceful coexistence between various ocean users.

The depths of the Baltic Sea at this location, ranging from 40 to 80 meters, make it one of the few viable areas for bottom-fixed offshore wind farms near Stockholm. Depending on the final configuration, Delta North could potentially be integrated with hydrogen or e-fuel technologies to address issues related to intermittent power generation and further enhance grid stability.

“There are three key elements that make Delta North unique,” explained Jakob Norström, SVP and Country Manager of Sweden. “First, it represents a massive increase in the Stockholm region’s electricity production, which is vital to meeting the demands of both consumers and industry. Second, it’s designed with minimal disruption to Stockholm’s iconic archipelago, ensuring low visibility from land. Finally, it leverages the cost-effective and well-established bottom-fixed turbine technology. While none of these factors are unique individually, their combination makes this project particularly distinctive.”

David Flood, SVP of Offshore Wind, added, “The Delta North project is a critical step in Statkraft’s strategy to expand its offshore wind portfolio in Sweden, where we already have a strong presence. This application follows our earlier Beta project and marks another milestone in our ambition to develop 6-8 GW of offshore wind by 2040, with Sweden playing a key role in Northern Europe’s renewable energy landscape.”

The application has been submitted to Sweden’s Ministry of Climate and Economic Affairs, and the government will now review the project and consult various agencies before making a final decision.

Statkraft, one of the leading renewable energy producers in Europe, has set its sights on becoming a major player in offshore wind, with a strong focus on expanding its footprint in Northern Europe and achieving significant growth by 2040.

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