Sheringham Shoal BMU 1 & 2 is a 316 MW wind power plant located in United Kingdom. View location, capacity, and technical details.
Installed
Year online
Operator
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Technical Details
- Fuel Type
- Wind
- Capacity
- 316 MW
- Commissioned
- 2012
- Status
- Operational
- Owner
- Vattenfall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Coordinates
- 53.135, 1.148
Estimated Carbon Footprint
tonnes / year
over ~25 yrs
gCO₂ per kWh
Annual emissions equal to
Renewable source — life-cycle emissions only (materials/construction), no direct combustion. Open calculator
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About this plant
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.
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