SSE Consortium Selected for an Offshore Wind Project in Netherlands

The Dutch government has chosen the ABP, APG, and SSE Renewables ('Noordzeker') consortium to advance with their bid in the 2 GW Alpha site of the IJmuiden Ver Wind Farm Zone. The offshore wind project will be located about 62 kilometers off the Dutch coast of IJmuiden. It will have an installed capacity of around 2 GW, meeting around 7% of the Dutch electricity demand.

Furthermore, the consortium will now look to refine the project before deciding whether to continue with development. The project would then be subject to a final investment decision, expected in late 2025.

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The Dutch Government tender process for the Alpha site at IJmuiden Ver invited proposals focused on developing offshore projects in the Netherlands. Additionally, the Noordzeker consortium put forward an innovative and diverse set of measures to reduce and mitigate ecological impacts while increasing biodiversity.

IJmuiden Ver Wind Farm Zone

IJmuiden Ver Wind Farm Alpha site

IJmuiden Ver Wind Farm Zone is 62 kilometers off the west coast of the Netherlands. Three wind farm sites are designated in this wind farm zone (WFZ): IJV Alpha (formerly known as Sites I and II), Beta (formerly known as Sites III and IV), and Gamma (formerly known as Sites V and VI). These wind farm sites will accommodate 6,000 MW in total.

TSO TenneT will construct three offshore platforms with three grid connections in the IJmuiden Ver Wind Farm Zone. A tender to develop IJmuiden Ver Wind Farm Zone Gamma is scheduled to open in Q3 2025. Recently, Searium secured a massive HVDC contract.

About Noordzeker Consortium

The Noordzeker consortium represents a strategic alliance formed to spearhead the development of offshore wind farms in Europe. This initiative is a testament to the collaborative efforts of various entities, each bringing unique expertise and resources to the table with the shared goal of advancing renewable energy and contributing to the energy transition in the Netherlands.

The primary objective of the Noordzeker consortium is to develop a large offshore wind farm off the coast of IJmuiden, Netherlands. This project, known as IJmuiden Ver (IJVER), is divided into four lots, collectively aiming to generate 4 gigawatts (GW) of clean electricity sufficient to power more than 5 million households.

Entities Involved in the Noordzeker Consortium

APG: APG is a leading pension provider in the Netherlands, managing pension funds and investing in various sectors to ensure sustainable returns for its beneficiaries. In the Noordzeker consortium, APG plays a pivotal role in the financial aspects, leveraging its investment capabilities to fund the development of offshore wind projects.

ABP: ABP, one of the largest pension funds in the world, is the driving force behind the formation of Noordzeker. ABP's commitment to investing in the Dutch energy transition is reflected in its active participation in the consortium, which aims to contribute significantly to the country's renewable energy goals.

SSE Renewables: As a developer and operator of renewable energy, SSE Renewables brings its extensive experience in the energy sector to the consortium. The company's expertise in developing, constructing, and operating renewable energy projects worldwide is crucial for the successful implementation of the offshore wind farms envisioned by Noordzeker.

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