Date de publication: 10 juillet 2009
Promoteur – Intermédiaire Financier
London Array is sponsored by E.ON, DONG Energy and Masdar
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Description
The project is the 1st phase of an envisaged 1,000 MW offshore wind farm off the UK coast. Phase 1 will consist of 175 turbines and have a capacity of 630 MW.
Objectifs
The project aims at helping the UK to achieve its ambitious target of electricity consumption based on renewable energy sources in 2020.
Secteur(s)
Montant BEI envisagé (montant approximatif)
GBP 1 000 million.
Coût total (montant approximatif)
Indicatively estimated by the Bank at around GBP 2 200 million.
Aspects environnementaux
By virtue of its technical characteristics the project is classified as an Annex II-project according to the EIA-Directive 85/337/EEC, as amended. A comprehensive EIA was conducted including a detailed biodiversity assessment. Planning approval was granted by the competent authority following extensive public consultation.
Passation des marchés
The promoter is not subject to EU procurement directives (Utilities Directive 2004/17) for the purchase of the project’s equipment as the concession to build an offshore wind farm was granted following a competitive tender (Round 2) launched by the UK government.
Statut
Signé - 8/06/2010