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How much power will Hong Kong's offshore wind farm generate?

The strategy set an objective of supplying 1–2% of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region’s (HKSAR) total power through renewable sources by 2012. The proposed Hong Kong offshore wind farm would generate approximately 1% of HKSAR’s total power generation, with an output of 200MW.

Will Hong Kong get its first offshore wind farm in 2027?

Published: 10:22pm, 6 May 2022Updated: 1:00am, 7 May 2022 Hong Kong could get its first offshore wind farm in 2027, with the aim of providing carbon-free electricity to up to 120,000 families, after a power company won approval for the use of next-generation turbine technology for the project.

Will Hong Kong's first offshore wind farm produce 1% of HKSAR's power?

Hong Kong's first offshore wind farm is expected to produce 1% of HKSAR's total power generation. The project is considering using suction caisson technology for the foundations of the wind farm. A view of the site of the Hong Kong offshore wind farm from Sai Kung Country Park – how it is expected to look by the time of completion.

What is the offshore wind power potential in Hong Kong?

Results show that the offshore wind power potential in Hong Kong was 14,449 GWh which occupied 32.20% of electricity consumption in 2017. In addition, the electricity market and power structure in Hong Kong are also reviewed with the existing policies related to renewable energy development.

Why is the Hong Kong wind farm project important?

The significance of the wind farms project was highlighted by Mr. Wan, who said that it is an important step in the Company’s journey to net-zero electricity generation. It will not only help achieve carbon neutrality but it will also increase the amount of renewable energy in Hong Kong, and reduce the emission of air pollutants.

Why did HK Electric get the environmental permit for the wind farm?

HK Electric obtained the environmental permit for the wind farm project back in 2010. With the substantial improvements in offshore wind power generation technology, the generation unit design originally proposed became outdated, the utility said.