03/31/2023

OWC encourages Polish offshore wind developers to use HVDC transmission systems

Compared to HVAC, HVDC is able to export much larger capacities with fewer cables and has lower transmission losses over long distances.

Official Press Release OWC (ABL Group):

OWC encourages HVDC transmission systems considerations for Polish offshore wind farms

Specialist renewables consultancy OWC has developed a white paper where it encourages developers to consider HVDC as potential export system solution for far offshore Polish wind farms.

Poland has a rapidly developing offshore wind market. There are currently nine projects under development with combined capacity exceeding 8 GW, with first power generation expected in 2025. In addition, there are 11 other offshore wind farm sites waiting to be awarded to the developers competing for them. All these projects may result in around 18 GW of installed offshore wind power. Contrary to some other markets, in Poland the developer is responsible for the grid connection, including the offshore substation, offshore and onshore export cable and onshore substation, with the grid... ... More: Official Press Release OWC (ABL Group)