DONG Energy Signs LoI for big offshore wind project in British Columbia, Canada

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DONG Energy Signs LoI for big offshore wind project in British Columbia, Canada

DONG Energy and NaiKun Wind Energy Group have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) which gives DONG Energy the exclusive rights to negotiate a joint development agreement for the Haida Energy Field Offshore Wind Project in British Columbia and explore the potential for establishing a long-term partnership with Naikun Wind Energy Group.

Located in Hecate Strait, between Haida Gwaii and Prince Rupert on the British Columbia mainland, the Haida Energy Field location has some of the strongest, most-consistent winds in the world and comprises of a 550-square kilometer area. The project would feature bottom-fixed structures due to the shallow water at the project location.  

The site off Canada's west coast could support up to 400MW of capacity in the first phase of the project. The whole area could support up to 2GW of offshore wind if fully developed over several phases.

Michael O’Connor, President and CEO of Naikun, said:

“This agreement effectively connects the largest offshore wind developer in the world with a project that offers one of the strongest, most-consistent wind resources in the world."

Thomas Brostrøm, President for DONG Energy Wind Power North America: 

“Offshore wind is a reliable home-grown energy source and we are excited to explore the Canadian market. We see this opportunity as a first step to bringing offshore wind power to Canada in what could become a strategic partnership with the nation’s front-runner project.”

The Haida Energy Field could significantly contribute to meeting British Columbia’s future energy needs. Offshore wind is a key part of the global shift to increase the use of renewable energy and this project could help to propel British Columbia and Canada into the new energy economy.

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