A consortium led by Japanese power generation company JERA has been chosen to operate the 615MW offshore wind project in the Sea of Japan, off the southern coast of Aomori Prefecture.
This consortium also includes Green Power Investment and Tohoku Electric Power.
The selection was made by Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) under relevant marine renewable energy legislation.
This initiative is considered one of the largest offshore wind energy generation projects in Japan.
The project should be operational in June 2030.
Furthermore, JERA plans to strengthen its expertise in offshore wind energy and competitive fundraising through its global joint venture with bp-JERA Nex bp, which will launch in September 2025.
Green Power Investment, a renewable energy company, brings its experience in development, construction and operations and maintenance (O&M) to the consortium.
It has operated projects of more than 500 MW in Japan, including the Ishikari Bay New Port Offshore Wind Farm and the Tsugaru Wind Farm.
Tohoku Electric Power is known for its power supply in the Tohoku and Niigata regions.
The consortium, which leverages the strengths of each company, aims to create a stable energy generation company for the long term.
As the project progresses, the consortium will adhere to the principles set out in the Report on the Opinions of the Council on the Sea of Japan Offshore Aomori Prefecture, focusing on living harmoniously with local communities and the fishing industry.
This project aligns with Japan’s 2050 carbon neutrality target and contributes to broader efforts to mitigate the effects of climate change.
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