Connection

popular articles

The European Union Invests 500 Million Euros in Malawi’s Energy Sector
New gas price increase: +11.7% for French households
The United States bets on geothermal energy to meet growing energy demand
ACWA Power acquires energy assets in Kuwait and Bahrain for $693 million
Naftogaz receives €270 million from EBRD to bolster gas reserves in Ukraine

Sunly, VALOREM and Deep Wind Offshore launch 1 GW offshore wind project in Estonia

Three European energy sector players are partnering to develop an offshore wind farm near Saaremaa, reinforcing Estonia’s strategic position in the Baltic region.

Please share:

Estonian energy producer Sunly, French renewable energy group Groupe VALOREM, and Norwegian developer Deep Wind Offshore have formed a partnership to develop an offshore wind project in Estonia. The joint initiative covers the Tuul Energy zone, a 250 km² area located off the coast of Saaremaa island. The project aims to deploy a fixed-foundation wind farm with a capacity exceeding 1 GW.

A strategic partnership in a shifting market

This project marks the joint entry of Sunly and Groupe VALOREM into an initiative originally led by Deep Wind Offshore, which holds exclusive development rights for the site. The combination of international and local expertise is designed to optimise planning, engineering, and stakeholder engagement in the context of Estonia’s accelerated energy transition. The companies have expressed their commitment to supporting local value chains and strengthening national energy security.

An expanding sector in the Baltic region

Estonia has set a target to generate 100% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030. This offshore project aligns with that strategy as the country becomes an investment hub for energy projects in the region. The designated zone offers favourable conditions for fixed-foundation turbines, with wind resources suitable for large-scale energy production.

Industrial objectives and transnational cooperation

According to Knut Vassbotn, Chief Executive Officer of Deep Wind Offshore, the inclusion of the two new partners underscores the appeal of the Estonian market and reflects a shared commitment to developing robust projects. Olivier Angoulevant, Offshore Director at Groupe VALOREM, stated that the initiative is part of a broader effort to expand their international offshore wind portfolio. Klaus Pilar, Country Director for Sunly in Estonia, highlighted the importance of engaging local communities to ensure project support and promote regional economic benefits.

Register free of charge for uninterrupted access.

Publicite

Latest news

Clearway invests $60mn in wind with acquisition of Tuolumne project
Up to 3.5 million m³ of gas redirected to Brazil’s spot market in 2025
Energy Fuels sets uranium production record at Pinyon Plain mine
TC Energy invests CA$2.4bn in nuclear and natural gas
Air Products posts $1.7bn net loss and exits three US projects

Recently published in

Clearway invests $60mn in wind with acquisition of Tuolumne project

Clearway Energy strengthens its presence in Washington State with the purchase of the 137 MW Tuolumne wind project, securing a 15-year power purchase agreement with Turlock Irrigation District.
Ørsted sells 24.5% stake in West of Duddon Sands offshore wind farm to Schroders Greencoat
Danish developer Ørsted has finalised the sale of 24.5% of its stake in the UK’s West of Duddon Sands wind farm to funds managed by Schroders Greencoat for GBP456.1mn ($571mn).
en_1140290972540
Ørsted sells 24.5% stake in West of Duddon Sands offshore wind farm to Schroders Greencoat
Danish developer Ørsted has finalised the sale of 24.5% of its stake in the UK’s West of Duddon Sands wind farm to funds managed by Schroders Greencoat for GBP456.1mn ($571mn).
en_1140290972540
The first caissons of Belgium’s energy island successfully installed in the North Sea
The Princess Elisabeth energy island project advances with the placement of two caissons, launching a key phase of marine civil engineering off the Belgian coast.
en_1140290983540
The first caissons of Belgium’s energy island successfully installed in the North Sea
The Princess Elisabeth energy island project advances with the placement of two caissons, launching a key phase of marine civil engineering off the Belgian coast.
en_1140290983540
Equinor challenges the halt of its Empire Wind project in the United States
Equinor condemned the mid-April suspension of its offshore wind farm Empire Wind 1 near New York, a $2.5bn project halted by U.S. authorities, labelling the move illegal.
en_1140290954540-17
Equinor challenges the halt of its Empire Wind project in the United States
Equinor condemned the mid-April suspension of its offshore wind farm Empire Wind 1 near New York, a $2.5bn project halted by U.S. authorities, labelling the move illegal.
en_1140290954540-17

The wind shifts: Chinese OEMs struggle to gain traction in the European market

Despite turbines priced 30 to 40% lower, Chinese manufacturers struggle to overcome credibility barriers hindering their progress in the European wind sector.
Greenvolt sells 83.2 MW wind farm to Enea Nowa Energia for €174.4mn
Greenvolt Power has finalised the sale of the Pelplin wind farm in Poland to Enea Nowa Energia for €174.4mn, reinforcing its large-scale renewable asset monetisation strategy.
en_1140291004540-2
Greenvolt sells 83.2 MW wind farm to Enea Nowa Energia for €174.4mn
Greenvolt Power has finalised the sale of the Pelplin wind farm in Poland to Enea Nowa Energia for €174.4mn, reinforcing its large-scale renewable asset monetisation strategy.
en_1140291004540-2
The first He Dreiht turbine installed at Germany’s largest offshore wind farm
EnBW’s He Dreiht project reaches a major milestone with the installation of the first 15 MW Vestas turbine, marking progress in the construction of the 960 MW wind farm.
en_1140290991540
The first He Dreiht turbine installed at Germany’s largest offshore wind farm
EnBW’s He Dreiht project reaches a major milestone with the installation of the first 15 MW Vestas turbine, marking progress in the construction of the 960 MW wind farm.
en_1140290991540
RWE launches construction of 22.8 MW wind farm in Germany
RWE has started work on a new 22.8 megawatt onshore wind farm in Papenhagen, northeastern Germany, after winning a tender from the Federal Network Agency.
en_1140291005540-2
RWE launches construction of 22.8 MW wind farm in Germany
RWE has started work on a new 22.8 megawatt onshore wind farm in Papenhagen, northeastern Germany, after winning a tender from the Federal Network Agency.
en_1140291005540-2

China’s wind and solar capacity surpasses thermal power for the first time

China has reached a historic energy milestone with wind and solar capacity now exceeding that from thermal sources, amid an acceleration of new installations.
Mainstream sells 675 MW of wind and solar projects to Celsia in Colombia
Mainstream Renewable Power sold its entire Colombian portfolio to Celsia, marking its exit from the country to focus operations on three strategic markets.
en_1140290960540-12
Mainstream sells 675 MW of wind and solar projects to Celsia in Colombia
Mainstream Renewable Power sold its entire Colombian portfolio to Celsia, marking its exit from the country to focus operations on three strategic markets.
en_1140290960540-12
Ocean Winds equips floating wind farm with Biohut modules to attract marine life
Ocean Winds has completed the installation of 32 Biohut modules on a floater of its EFGL pilot project, marking a global first for floating offshore wind incorporating artificial habitats for biodiversity.
en_1140290950540-11
Ocean Winds equips floating wind farm with Biohut modules to attract marine life
Ocean Winds has completed the installation of 32 Biohut modules on a floater of its EFGL pilot project, marking a global first for floating offshore wind incorporating artificial habitats for biodiversity.
en_1140290950540-11
Connecticut: Study Reveals the Economic Impact of the Offshore Wind Industry
A recently published study shows that over 50 Connecticut companies are actively participating in offshore wind projects, with growth potential for 450 other companies in the region.
en_1140290950540-10
Connecticut: Study Reveals the Economic Impact of the Offshore Wind Industry
A recently published study shows that over 50 Connecticut companies are actively participating in offshore wind projects, with growth potential for 450 other companies in the region.
en_1140290950540-10

The United States suspends Equinor’s Empire Wind offshore wind project off New York

US authorities have ordered the halt of Equinor's Empire Wind 1 offshore wind project located off New York, citing insufficient environmental analysis according to the Biden administration. Construction had been underway since 2024.
DEME acquires Havfram for €900 mn to strengthen its offshore wind position
Belgian group DEME has signed an agreement to acquire Norway’s Havfram for €900 mn, consolidating its fleet and global presence in the offshore wind market.
en_1140290967540-2
DEME acquires Havfram for €900 mn to strengthen its offshore wind position
Belgian group DEME has signed an agreement to acquire Norway’s Havfram for €900 mn, consolidating its fleet and global presence in the offshore wind market.
en_1140290967540-2
Energiequelle secures 143 MW in German onshore wind tender
Developer Energiequelle has secured five projects totalling 143 MW through a national onshore wind tender, expanding its footprint across four German federal states.
en_1140290971540-2
Energiequelle secures 143 MW in German onshore wind tender
Developer Energiequelle has secured five projects totalling 143 MW through a national onshore wind tender, expanding its footprint across four German federal states.
en_1140290971540-2
New wind installations in the United States fall to lowest level in a decade
The United States recorded its lowest volume of wind installations in a decade in 2024, according to Wood Mackenzie data, due to tax timing effects and persistent regulatory uncertainty.
en_1140290986540
New wind installations in the United States fall to lowest level in a decade
The United States recorded its lowest volume of wind installations in a decade in 2024, according to Wood Mackenzie data, due to tax timing effects and persistent regulatory uncertainty.
en_1140290986540

Sanofi signs 20-year contract with RWE for 21 GWh wind power supply

RWE has signed a 20-year electricity supply agreement with Sanofi, committing to deliver 21 GWh annually from a wind farm located in the Marne region.
RWE wins 151 MW in latest French onshore wind tender
RWE led the latest onshore wind tender launched by the Commission de régulation de l’énergie, securing seven projects representing a prorated capacity of 151 megawatts.
en_1140290972540-2
RWE wins 151 MW in latest French onshore wind tender
RWE led the latest onshore wind tender launched by the Commission de régulation de l’énergie, securing seven projects representing a prorated capacity of 151 megawatts.
en_1140290972540-2
French court suspends wind farm after death of golden eagle
The Montpellier court has ordered a one-year suspension of the Bernagues wind farm, finding Énergie Renouvelable du Languedoc responsible for the death of a golden eagle, a protected species, in January 2023.
en_1140290958540-4
French court suspends wind farm after death of golden eagle
The Montpellier court has ordered a one-year suspension of the Bernagues wind farm, finding Énergie Renouvelable du Languedoc responsible for the death of a golden eagle, a protected species, in January 2023.
en_1140290958540-4
HSM Offshore Energy secures EPCIC contract for East Anglia TWO
ScottishPower Renewables awards HSM Offshore Energy the design and construction of the offshore substation and its foundation for the East Anglia TWO wind farm off the Suffolk coast.
en_1140290971540
HSM Offshore Energy secures EPCIC contract for East Anglia TWO
ScottishPower Renewables awards HSM Offshore Energy the design and construction of the offshore substation and its foundation for the East Anglia TWO wind farm off the Suffolk coast.
en_1140290971540

Chantiers de l’Atlantique doubles revenue with offshore wind power push

Chantiers de l’Atlantique invests €100 mn to expand its production capacity in offshore wind, a strategic segment now central to its industrial recovery.
Montpellier court orders temporary shutdown of EDF-run wind farm
The Aumelas wind farm, operated by EDF Renouvelables, must halt operations for four months following a court ruling tied to the protection of endangered species in Hérault.
en_1140290951540-4
Montpellier court orders temporary shutdown of EDF-run wind farm
The Aumelas wind farm, operated by EDF Renouvelables, must halt operations for four months following a court ruling tied to the protection of endangered species in Hérault.
en_1140290951540-4
PNE Group secures approval for 185 MW wind and solar projects in Germany
PNE Group has obtained the necessary permits to develop two onshore wind farms in Hesse and a ground-mounted solar power plant in Brandenburg, totalling 184.8 MW of capacity.
en_1140290949540-5
PNE Group secures approval for 185 MW wind and solar projects in Germany
PNE Group has obtained the necessary permits to develop two onshore wind farms in Hesse and a ground-mounted solar power plant in Brandenburg, totalling 184.8 MW of capacity.
en_1140290949540-5
VSB France commissions 12 MW wind farm in Ille-et-Vilaine for Blue EnerFreeze
The La Lande wind farm, developed by VSB France for Blue EnerFreeze, has begun operations in Ille-et-Vilaine with a capacity of 12 MW, intended to cover 6% of STEF Group's annual electricity consumption in France.
en_1140290953540-3
VSB France commissions 12 MW wind farm in Ille-et-Vilaine for Blue EnerFreeze
The La Lande wind farm, developed by VSB France for Blue EnerFreeze, has begun operations in Ille-et-Vilaine with a capacity of 12 MW, intended to cover 6% of STEF Group's annual electricity consumption in France.
en_1140290953540-3

Advertising

LEGAL

FOSSILS

POLICY

RENEWABLE

PLUS

VERVANT

Welcome

Your subscription

Included in this subscription:

COMMUNICATE ON ENERGYNEWS