Engineering firm Ramboll will provide high-level support to the VindØ consortium in planning the world’s first energy island in the North Sea.
The Danish company is providing detailed studies of possible activities on the island, also due to be called VindØ, which is slated to include windfarms with a combined generating capacity of 10GW.
Ramboll says it is currently studying the possibility of converting power generated at the island into hydrogen and ammonia to be used in shipping and industry.
The company is also looking at including a data centre in plans for the project, and at what energy storage facilities will be required.
VindØ is expected to have a lifespan of over 50 years and to include recreational areas and accommodation for its temporary inhabitants.
Business development director at Ramboll Jesper W. Thomsen said: “This is a historic project that will give Denmark and Europe the opportunity to become the frontrunners of green energy production and storage.
“There will be a huge benefit to our society from this project, and we are delighted to be involved and provide our support to the VindØ consortium.”