Today, the Danish Energy Agency granted a 30-year electricity production licence to Thor offshore wind farm, marking a significant milestone for what will become Denmark’s largest offshore wind project. With a total installed capacity exceeding one gigawatt, Thor is expected to supply renewable electricity to the equivalent of approximately one million Danish households once fully operational in 2027.
Pernille Asgaard Haaning, CEO RWE Renewables Denmark: “We are very pleased to have received the electricity production licence for Thor offshore wind farm from the Danish Energy Agency. This represents a key milestone on our journey to deliver Denmark’s largest offshore wind project. Once all turbines are fully operational, Thor will play a crucial role in achieving Denmark’s climate goals and in strengthening both Denmark’s and the EU’s energy security.”
Construction of Thor is progressing according to plan. Last year, the offshore substation and all foundations for the 72 wind turbines were successfully installed 22 kilometres off the west coast of Jutland. Turbine installation is scheduled to commence from the Port of Esbjerg, Denmark this spring.
Thor offshore wind farm is a joint project between RWE (51%) and Norges Bank Investment Management (49%). RWE is in charge of construction and operations throughout the lifecycle of Thor offshore wind farm.
Read the press release of the Danish Energy Agency here. (only available in Danish)
An image for media use is available at the RWE Media Centre. (Credit: RWE / Photographer: Niklas Marc Heinecke)