New agreement secures at least 9GW of offshore wind capacity in Denmark

Tthe Danish government have  recently come to an agreement for the largest offshore wind development to date. This agreement ensures 9GW of energy which could potentially grow to 14 GW or more. The project is supposed to start operating no later than late 2030, working towards the Danish target for offshore wind energy.

The Danish Energy Agency is already working on converting the agreed requirements into conditions as they are opening for the market dialogue for potential bidders.

At the moment Denmark has a capacity of 2,3GW from offshore wind meaning that with the new agreements in place, Denmark could potentially sevenfold their offshore wind capacity before the end of 2030. The 9 GW are located as follows:

- Minimum 3 GW at Energiø Bornholm

- Minimum 3 GW in the North Sea I

- Minimum 1 GW at Kattegat II

- Minimum 1 GW at Kriegers Flak II

- 0.8-1.2 GW at Hesselø

Energy supply security

Energiø Bornholm is a hybrid project meant to generate 3GW of the additional 9GW,  but it is also part of an electricity trade connection from Zealand, through Bornholm, to Germany. This electricity trade connection will ensure Denmark can trade with Germany when the offshore wind is not being produced at full capacity, while Denmark can supply green energy to their neighbouring country.

“DDI welcomes these positive developments, showing why Denmark is one of the leading countries when it comes to green energy. This is an additional step to provide even more sustainable and secure energy, which will undoubtedly benefit our industry in the years to come.” Henrik Hansen, CEO of DDI.