The Japanese Government has appointed the consortium to develop, construct and operate a fixed-bottom offshore wind farm off the country’s west coast. This is in line with the country’s commitment to expanding offshore wind capacity as an integral part of its sustainable energy goal to become carbon neutral by 2050.
With a planned capacity of 684 megawatts (MW), the project will make a significant contribution to the country’s renewable energy targets as well as its economic growth and environmental sustainability.
Markus Krebber, CEO of RWE AG commented: “Offshore wind is increasingly gaining momentum in Japan and I am deeply honored that we together with our Japanese partners have been selected to deliver this project as a trusted partner to the Japanese Government.”
Located off the coast of the cities of Murakami and Tainai, Niigata Prefecture, the wind farm is expected to consist of 38 wind turbines.
