Sheringham Shoal BMU 1 & 2— 316 MW Wind
The Sheringham Shoal BMU 1 & 2 is an influential offshore wind power generation facility located in the United Kingdom, at coordinates 53.1353° N, 1.1479° E. With a capacity of 316 MW, these wind farms are integral to the UK's strategy for enhancing its renewable energy portfolio and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Utilizing cutting-edge offshore wind turbine technology, Sheringham Shoal BMU 1 & 2 harnesses the abundant wind resources available over the North Sea, converting them into clean, sustainable electricity. The operational context of these facilities is significant as they contribute to the UK's efforts to transition to a low-carbon economy and meet national energy demands. Managed by Vattenfall, these wind farms not only provide a considerable amount of renewable energy to the national grid but also promote local economic growth through job creation and investment in green technology. The UK government actively supports offshore wind projects as part of its energy policy, aiming to achieve ambitious climate targets. Overall, Sheringham Shoal BMU 1 & 2 exemplifies the UK’s commitment to renewable energy and its leadership in the global transition towards sustainable energy solutions.
14 years old
United Kingdom, Europe
- 115. largest of 3,024 plants in United Kingdom
- #5,926 worldwide by installed capacity
- #82 of 5,731 Wind plants worldwide
- 0.2% of the installed capacity of United Kingdom
14 years in operation
Wind fleet average: 14.4 years
Vattenfall operates 112 plants totalling 27,957 MW
152 plants within 100 km, 10,308 MW combined
Location
Zero Direct Emissions
Sheringham Shoal BMU 1 & 2 is a wind power plant producing approximately 830 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.
Lifecycle emissions: ~11 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Wind
- Energy Source
- Renewable
- Country
United Kingdom- Continent
- Europe
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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