TenneT Germany has marked a new strategic step with the installation of DolWin epsilon, a modern HVDC platform located in the North Sea. This breakthrough comes weeks after the company finalized BorWin epsilonconsolidating its leadership in offshore transmission infrastructure.
Both platforms are part of the DolWin5 and BorWin5 connection systems, which are scheduled to be operational this year. Together, they will transport nearly 1,800 MW of wind energy. wind powerbringing TenneT closer to the goal of 10 GW of connected capacity in northern Europe.
More details on the DolWin epsilon platform
Designed to convert up to 900 MW of electricity, DolWin epsilon has an estimated lifetime of 30 years. It was built by Seatrium and equipped by Aibel and Hitachi Energy with state-of-the-art HVDC technology. The facility allows offshore-generated electricity to be transported with lower losses to the mainland grid.
In addition, Ørsted will integrate its wind farm Borkum Riffgrund 3913 MW Borkum Riffgrund 3 wind farm through this platform. The farm will include 83 Siemens Gamesa 11 MW turbines, reinforcing Germany’s role as the continent’s renewable energy hub.
Towards the 2GW program
According to Tim Meyerjürgens, CEO of TenneT Germany, the company is already working on a new technology phase with the so-called 2GW program. 2GW program. This not only aims to increase transmission capacity, but also to improve efficiency, interoperability and coordinated planning at European level.
The initiative includes the development of multi-terminal hubs and a future cross-border HVDC overlay network. These infrastructures will facilitate a more connected offshore system, capable of responding to ambitious plans to install 70 GW of offshore wind power in the North Sea and Baltic Sea by 2045.
TenneT’s focus is no longer limited to meeting capacity targets, but to designing a realistic and sustainable energy system. Operational efficiency and smart maritime spatial planning are key priorities to achieve long-term climate goals.
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Source and photo: Tim Meyerjürgens, CEO of TenneT Germany
