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Jeonnam 1 today achieved a significant milestone by delivering its first power, marking a key development in South Korea’s offshore wind industry. The project is a joint venture between Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), SK Innovation E&S, and Copenhagen Offshore Partners (COP).
Construction on the Jeonnam 1 project began in early 2023, with turbine installation starting in September 2024. Full commercial operations are expected in the first quarter of 2025. Once operational, Jeonnam 1 will provide green electricity to approximately 60,000 households.
This project is also contributing to the local economy and South Korea’s growing offshore wind industry by engaging local suppliers and utilizing local ports and facilities for manufacturing and construction.
Thomas Wibe Poulsen, Partner at CIP, commented, “First power from Jeonnam 1 is a landmark for CIP, our partners, and the offshore wind industry in South Korea. It’s a testament to our strong project execution and a major step toward supporting South Korea’s energy transition.”
South Korea, with its vast offshore wind potential, aims to install 14.3 GW of capacity by 2030 as part of its pledge for carbon neutrality by 2050. CIP has been active in the South Korean market since 2018 and is currently developing an offshore wind pipeline of approximately 5.0 GW in the country.
