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The Neart na Gaoithe (NnG) offshore wind farm, situated 15.5 km off the coast of Fife, Scotland, has begun supplying electricity to the National Grid.
This achievement marks a significant milestone in the project’s development, contributing to Scotland and the UK’s carbon neutrality goals.
With an installed capacity of 450 MW, the 54 wind turbines will generate enough electricity to power approximately 375,000 homes annually. Owned by EDF Renouvelables and ESB, the NnG offshore wind farm is expected to reduce CO2 emissions by 400,000 tonnes each year.
Full commissioning of the NnG is scheduled for summer 2025, with the gradual startup of the 54 wind turbines taking place over the coming months.
Project Director Matthias Haag said, “This is an important milestone for the project and another step towards achieving the country’s carbon neutrality goal. We have worked closely with the local authorities and we thank them for their loyalty. We are now opening a new chapter in the history of the NnG project with the work to complete the park.”
Ryanne Burges, Director of Offshore Wind and Ireland for EDF Renewables added, “ We are proud to celebrate this significant milestone for NnG and look forward to even more low-carbon electricity being injected into the grid in the coming months. NnG is a vital project in EDF Renewables UK and Ireland’s portfolio to accelerate the transition to a carbon neutral future. The project will continue to deliver significant benefits to local communities on the East Coast of Scotland through support for local initiatives and projects, suppliers and local jobs for local people. ”
Paul Lennon, Director of Offshore Wind and Hydrogen at ESB added, “ NnG is an important project for ESB and we welcome the start of the much anticipated injection of electricity into the grid. We look forward to seeing the offshore wind farm in full operation next year. This project will help reduce CO2 emissions from the UK’s electricity generation sector, play a significant role in the economy of the East Coast of Scotland and ultimately support ESB’s carbon neutrality ambition. ”
