ESB bolsters interest in wind energy with Dublin Offshore Technology
ESB has announced that it will invest in floating offshore wind mooring technology company Dublin Offshore Technology (DOT).
DOT has developed a unique and innovative technology solution for floating offshore wind mooring systems which provides significant design improvements for the wind farm. The optimised mooring system delivers these benefits using locally sourced materials tried and tested in the offshore environment with no degradation over the full lifetime of the wind farm.
ESB’s investment in DOT is testament to the potential of this technology and demonstrates the company’s commitment to investing in sustainable energy solutions to deliver its net zero ambition. By partnering with DOT, ESB will be able to leverage its expertise and resources to accelerate the development and delivery of their floating wind project portfolio. With the support of ESB, Dublin Offshore Technology positions itself as a global leader in this rapidly growing market.
ESB also has extensive offshore wind plans in Scotland, off the coast of Shetland, and is a partner in the Catapult Floating Offshore Wind Centre of Excellence.
Paul Lennon, head of offshore wind and hydrogen, ESB, said: “We are delighted to come on board as an investor and first customer to support our floating offshore wind project development ambitions, particularly off the south and west coasts of Ireland. This investment is an important step in our efforts to support the delivery of Ireland’s net zero ambition. We believe that floating offshore wind has enormous potential and this mooring technology will be a key component in delivering a clean, green future for Ireland. We look forward to working with the Dublin Offshore Technology team in the delivery of our floating wind projects.”
Darren Hayes, DOT, added: “This investment will enable us to accelerate the development of our mooring system solution and to bring it to market faster. We believe that our innovative approach will enable us to compete in the global market, and we are excited about the opportunities that this partnership with ESB will bring.”
Floating offshore sind is attracting increasing investment and political support because it can access the estimated 80% of total offshore wind energy generation potential that is in water depths greater than 60 metres. There, wind is more consistent which increases the capacity factor for the farm however the water depths are too great to install traditional bottom fixed foundations.
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