Vattenfall receives planning approval permit for Nordlicht 2

Vattenfall Receives Approval for Nordlicht 2 Offshore Wind Farm

The Federal Maritime and Hydrographic Agency (BSH) has granted planning approval for the construction of the Nordlicht 2 offshore wind project. This marks the official go-ahead for the second phase within the Nordlicht cluster, which consists of two distinct sites: Nordlicht 1 with a capacity of approximately 980 megawatts, and Nordlicht 2 with around 630 megawatts.

Project Overview

The Nordlicht 2 wind farm will be located north of Borkum, within the western part of Germany’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). It will feature 44 wind turbines, each generating 15 megawatts, covering a total area of about 44 square kilometers. The power produced will be transmitted to the BorWin Delta converter platform, part of the NOR-6-3 connection system.

“With the approval of Nordlicht 2, we are moving forward in close partnership with authorities and stakeholders to deliver one of Germany’s most ambitious offshore wind developments,” said Jonas van Mansfeld, Acting Head of BU Offshore at Vattenfall.
“Together with Nordlicht 1 – Germany’s largest offshore wind farm – Nordlicht II will make a significant contribution to the country’s energy transition.”

Construction and Timeline

Offshore construction for Nordlicht 1 is planned to begin in 2026, followed by Nordlicht 2 in 2027. Both wind farms are expected to become operational in 2028. The turbines used will be Vestas V236-15.0 MW models.

Author’s Summary: Germany’s Nordlicht 2 offshore wind farm, now approved by BSH, strengthens the nation’s move toward renewable energy with operations expected to start in 2028.

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