The Carbon Trust has launched a series of tenders to assess technology challenges associated with floating offshore wind.
The planned projects include assessments of electrical systems, mooring systems and logistical challenges in large arrays of floating wind turbines.
The studies are part of a joint industry project supported by the Scottish government, Dong Energy, Eon, Eolfi, Innogy and Statoil to better understand the risks and opportunities of developing floating wind farms at commercial scale.
Carbon Trust manager manager Rhodri James said: “A number of novel challenges will need to be addressed in order to deploy floating wind turbines at commercial scale.
“These projects will aim to assess these challenges and identify future innovation priorities for the sector.”
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Carbon Trust spotlight on floaters
Studies plan to assess technology challenges for new offshore sector
By EBS