DP Energy and Iberdrola have officially opened a new office at Horgan’s Quay in Cork City, Ireland, for their offshore wind joint venture.
The 1300 square metre facility is the second DP Energy office in Cork, with their global headquarters based in Buttevant.
The Irish offshore team currently consists of 17 people based in Cork, with plans to expand throughout the various stages of project development.
The office was opened by An Taoiseach Micheal Martin.
He said: “It is a great honour to open this brand new state-of-the-art office in the heart of Cork City for one of Ireland’s leading developers of renewable energy – DP Energy.
“It is a tremendously exciting time for the company and for the region of Cork to be able to do their critical work at this world-class base. Renewable energy will play a significant role across the island’s future as we look to prosper and grow in a truly sustainable manner.
“I look forward to seeing DP Energy and Iberdrola’s progress at home and abroad as we look to work together for a green future for the entire nation.”
DP Energy chief executive Simon De Pietro said: “We are delighted that An Taoiseach Micheal Martin joined us today to open this office facility in the heart of Cork City.
“DP Energy has for many years carried out renewable energy developments (wind, solar and ocean energy) globally from its headquarters in Buttevant.
“This new office is a significant milestone in our aim to complete offshore wind projects in the seas around Ireland alongside our Joint Venture partners Iberdrola.
“We have built up a significant amount of global expertise in renewable energy over the past 30 years and we are delighted to be in a position to bring this to Ireland to help the country achieve its Climate Action goals and support the battle against climate change.
“It has been truly exciting to see our team grow both in Ireland and internationally and this new office in Cork will provide a springboard for continued success, while also contributing to the local Cork economy.”
Iberdrola UK and Ireland offshore wind director Charlie Jordan said: “Ireland can be at the forefront of Europe’s offshore wind sector, and benefit from billions of euros of investment and the creation of thousands of highly skilled jobs.
“We are delivering major offshore wind projects all over the world and it is clear that Ireland has excellent conditions to grow this new clean energy sector.
“DP Energy is one of Ireland’s renewable energy pioneers and our new office facilities are a sign of a shared commitment to deliver new offshore wind projects here.
“We were delighted to welcome the Taoiseach today to discuss our plans for the years ahead.”
DP Energy entered into a JV with Iberdrola in February 2021 for a 3GW pipeline of offshore wind projects.
They have submitted Investigative Foreshore Licence Applications for three projects around the Irish Coast – the Inis Ealga Marine Energy Park, off the coast of Cork and Waterford, Clarus offshore wind farm, off the coast of Clare and Kerry, and the Shelmalere offshore wind farm, off the coast of Wicklow and Wexford.