Ossian Floating Wind Farm Developers Hold Consultation on Transmission Infrastructure

The developers behind the 3,600MW Ossian floating wind farm are seeking public input on the transmission infrastructure that will connect the project to the National Grid in Lincolnshire. The consultation will run from March 17 to April 13, offering both online and in-person opportunities for the public to learn about the project and provide feedback.

The Ossian project, also referred to as the Ossian Array, is a joint effort between SSE Renewables, Marubeni Corporation, and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP). Situated off the east coast of Scotland, the project aims to play a significant role in the UK's renewable energy goals.

To facilitate the connection, the developers are proposing the installation of subsea cables from the wind farm to a landfall location in Lincolnshire. Once onshore, the power will be transmitted via underground cables to new Ossian converter stations. These stations will then link to the National Grid's substations near Spalding and Alford.

The transmission infrastructure, known as the Ossian Transmission Infrastructure, will be a key part of the project, enabling the wind farm's power to flow into the national grid.

“The public consultation is an important part of the process, and we encourage everyone to take part and share their views,” said a spokesperson for the developers.

Once operational, the Ossian floating wind farm is expected to deliver up to 3.6GW of renewable energy to the UK grid. This capacity would be enough to power up to six million homes annually and offset up to 7.5 million tonnes of carbon emissions each year, according to the developers.

The consultation period offers an opportunity for stakeholders and the public to engage with the plans before the developers move forward with the consent process for the infrastructure.