Princess Elisabeth Island is a pioneering electricity grid at sea, connecting offshore wind farms to the mainland and neighboring countries. Developed by Belgian electricity transmission system operator Elia, the 3.5 gigawatt (GW) offshore wind farm will be located in the North Sea, almost 45 km (28 miles) off the coast of Belgium.
The island will act as a hub for electricity transmission, receiving power from the Princess Elisabeth Zone and interconnectors with other European countries such as the UK and Denmark. The energy generated by the wind turbines will be transmitted to the island via undersea cables, where it will then be converted to high-voltage electricity and distributed to Belgian mainland and other European countries.
Construction of the island is set to begin in early 2024, with completion planned for mid-2026. It’s expected to be fully connected to all wind farms and the mainland by 2030. The project has been awarded a grant of around €100 million ($106 million) from the Belgian government, and is expected to play a major role in meeting Belgium’s renewable energy targets and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Siemens Gamesa has recently spun up its most powerful offshore wind turbine, which will be used in the Princess Elisabeth Zone. This is an exciting development for the project, as it will help to ensure that the island is able to generate enough energy to meet its goals.
The Princess Elisabeth Island project is a groundbreaking example of how renewable energy can be used to create connections between countries and reduce our reliance on fossil fuels. It’s an inspiring example of what can be achieved when governments, businesses, and individuals come together to create a more sustainable future.
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