Polish-Canadian cooperation leads to development of Baltic Sea wind farms
Poland's oil and energy conglomerate PKN Orlen in collaboration with Canadian energy producer Northland Power have launched the construction of their inaugural wind farm in the Poland's Baltic Sea region, Orlen has announced.
Two of the 78 intended monopiles, each measuring 100 metres in height, have been successfully installed as part of the Baltic Power project. These structures will serve as the foundational support for subsequent installations of the wind turbines.
"With a total capacity of 1.2 GW, the Baltic Power wind farm is set to commence operations in 2026, delivering clean, reliable electricity capable of powering over 1.5 million households," Orlen wrote on its website on Thursday.
The project marks the construction of Poland's first wind farm located in the Polish section of the Baltic Sea.
In a statement included with the oil giant's official correspondence, Orlen CEO Ireneusz Fafara emphasised that 2025 would represent "a milestone year for this development." The company indicated that numerous workers have been assigned to ensure the wind farm begins generating energy at the earliest opportunity. The installation stage is scheduled to continue until 2026.
"Safety remains our top priority throughout every stage, ensuring we uphold the highest standards in every aspect of the project," added President and CEO of Northland Power Christine Healy. "Today's milestone is a testament to the strong partnership between Northland and Orlen and further solidifies our shared commitment to Poland’s energy future." (PAP)
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