Vattenfall has announced a step up in capacity for its Norfolk Offshore Wind Zone, with its construction taking place within existing plans.
The capacity of the Norfolk Offshore Wind Zone will be increased by around 17 per cent to over 4.2GW. It makes the Norfolk Zone one of the largest offshore wind zones in the world.
Vattenfall said construction onshore is about to begin in earnest and invited local businesses to take advantage of opportunities in the local supply chain.
Rob Anderson, Project Director of Vattenfall’s Norfolk Zone, said: “We’re really pleased that we’ve been able to increase the capacity of the Norfolk Offshore Wind Zone with no additional impact on residents. Along with helping to boost the East Anglian economy with jobs, skills and supply chain opportunities, the Norfolk Offshore Wind Zone will power even more UK homes with clean energy while turning the region into a powerhouse of renewable energy.”