Vattenfall's Vesterhav Nord offshore wind farm, boasting a capacity of 176MW, has commenced power production, marking a significant milestone in Denmark's renewable energy landscape.
This achievement follows closely on the heels of its sister park, Vesterhav Syd, a 168MW facility that commenced operations in January 2024.
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Mathilde Damsgaard, the project director overseeing both Vesterhav South and North at Vattenfall, expressed pride in the successful initiation of power generation at Vesterhav Nord. She emphasized the project's journey since winning the tender in 2016, acknowledging the challenges overcome and the collaborative efforts that led to this accomplishment.
With all 21 turbines of Vesterhav Nord slated for connection by the end of March, the wind farm is poised to provide clean energy to approximately 180,000 Danish households. Despite missing the initial deadline set in the agreement with the state, Vattenfall remains proactive, seeking an extension from the authorities and engaging in ongoing discussions with the Danish Energy Agency.
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In a bid to mitigate visual disturbances caused by offshore wind turbines' warning lights, a state-of-the-art radar-controlled system is being installed at both Vesterhav North and South. This system will ensure that turbine lights are only activated when an aircraft is detected in the vicinity, enhancing safety while minimizing environmental impact.
Damsgaard highlighted the forthcoming test period for the radar-controlled lighting system, underscoring the importance of rigorous testing before full activation. Vattenfall remains committed to upholding the highest standards of safety and environmental responsibility as it continues to expand its renewable energy portfolio.
