Danish Energy Agency Approves RWE's Thor Offshore Wind Farm

Key highlights
  • Thor offshore wind farm receives a 30-year electricity production license from the Danish Energy Agency.
  • Construction is on schedule, with turbine installation starting this spring from the Port of Esbjerg.
  • The project, a joint venture between RWE (51%) and Norges Bank Investment Management (49%), will be completed in 2027.
  • Thor will have a capacity of 1.1 gigawatts, powering over one million Danish homes.

License Approval

The Danish Energy Agency has granted a 30-year electricity production license to the Thor offshore wind farm, marking a significant milestone for Denmark's largest offshore wind project.

Project Timeline

Construction of the 1.1-gigawatt wind farm is on track, with turbine installation set to begin this spring from the Port of Esbjerg. The project is expected to be fully operational by 2027.

Project Partners

Thor is a joint venture between RWE, holding a 51% stake, and Norges Bank Investment Management, holding 49%. RWE is responsible for the construction and operational phases of the project.

Energy Output

Once completed, Thor will supply renewable electricity to the equivalent of more than one million Danish households, contributing significantly to Denmark's climate goals and energy security.

Source: RWE

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