### RWE’s North Sea Thor Wind Farm Receives Construction Green Light
German energy giant RWE has gained the necessary approvals to proceed with the construction of its massive Thor offshore wind farm in the Danish North Sea. This significant project marks another milestone in the push for renewable energy solutions, aiming to supply over a million Danish households with clean electricity by 2027.
#### Key Highlights of the Project
– **Location and Scale**: Situated approximately 22 kilometers off the west coast of Jutland, Thor will be Denmark’s largest offshore wind farm, boasting a planned capacity exceeding 1,000 MW.
– **Construction Phase**: Construction work at sea is set to begin in spring 2025, with all necessary permits securely in place. The Danish Energy Agency has granted RWE the offshore construction permit, clearing the way for several months of groundwork.
– **Land Preparations**: Already, RWE is making considerable progress on land. The laying of cables and construction of an onshore substation in Lemvig municipality are well underway. By early 2025, RWE will prepare the seabed for construction activities, with an expected completion of turbine installation in the spring of that year.
– **Innovative Features**: The Thor wind farm will feature 72 wind turbines, half of which will be equipped with CO2-reduced steel towers. Additionally, 40 turbines will utilize recyclable rotor blades, highlighting RWE’s commitment to sustainable technology.
– **Operational and Maintenance Base**: The operations and maintenance base will be located in Thorsminde port, creating up to 60 local jobs. The new service building at Thorsminde port will serve as a central hub for managing operations and maintaining the wind farm.
#### RWE’s Ambitions in Offshore Wind
RWE is a leading player in the global offshore wind market, with extensive experience in developing large-scale renewable projects. Beyond Thor, RWE is currently building three major offshore wind farms: the Sofia wind farm in the UK, the Nordseecluster off the German coast, and the OranjeWind offshore wind farm in the Netherlands. By 2030, RWE aims to triple its global offshore wind capacity from 3.3 GW to 10 GW.
This ambitious venture into renewable energy underscores RWE’s dedication to driving sustainable development and reducing carbon emissions. As Thor winds its way to becoming operational by no later than the end of 2027, it promises to be a flagship project for Denmark