Dutch firm commissioned for grid connection and cable route examination by ELWIND
In a significant development for the energy sector, G-Tec has been awarded a contract for the ELWIND project. This project aims to establish the fourth electricity interconnection between Estonia and Latvia, and develop wind farm sites in both countries.
The contract, signed by Haskoning, is for a geophysical survey. The survey will be conducted in collaboration with Haskoning's subsidiary Pondera Consult and Latvian subcontractor Enviroprojekts. Geoview, another company, will carry out the survey.
The geophysical survey is an essential part of the ELWIND project. Its primary purpose is to assess potential grid connection points and cable routing options for the designated ELWIND wind farm areas in both countries. The study will also take into account existing information regarding potential routes, such as Maritime Spatial Planning (MSP), existing cable corridors, Natura 2000 areas, military zones, legal regulations, and other restrictions.
The study will consider the capacity of the transmission network at the connection points, identify viable grid connection locations and onshore areas for substations, and assess restrictions for cable placement. The expected capacity of the ELWIND wind farm is between 700 MW and 1,000 MW.
The outcomes of this study will inform the next design phases and the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). It is hoped that the results will provide a clear path forward for the successful implementation of the ELWIND project.
Interestingly, Haskoning and Pondera Consult previously delivered the pre-feasibility study for the ELWIND project in 2021. This new contract marks another step forward in the project's development.
The ELWIND project, once completed, will not only strengthen the energy cooperation between Estonia and Latvia but also contribute significantly to the renewable energy sector in both countries. The project is expected to boost the use of clean, sustainable energy sources, thereby reducing carbon emissions and promoting a greener future.
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