Codling Wind Park, Ireland’s largest Phase 11 offshore renewable energy project, is expected to submit its planning application to An Bord Pleanála early next week.
The 1,300 MW project is a joint venture between Fred. Olsen Seawind and EDF Renewables. It is expected to be located 22 kilometers off the Wicklow coast and will connect to the Irish grid at Poolbeg in Dublin.
While the original estimate for the number of turbines required was 420, this was later reduced to 75. Codling Wind Park said the project design was informed by advances in technology and an extensive public consultation and engagement process.
“This is a big moment for climate action, for Irish energy independence and for the local communities who will share in the benefits of the project,” says Scott Sutherland, project director of Codling Wind Park.
“This is one of the largest energy infrastructure investments ever seen in Ireland and a tremendously exciting project to work on. We are very confident in our application which is informed by detailed surveys, studies and assessments of the local environment and consultation with stakeholders, which aligns with the highest Irish and international standards of environmental assessment and planning.”
Subject to planning permission and all other necessary permits and consents being received, Codling Wind Park could begin construction by 2026. Construction is expected to take two to three years to complete.
