Press release

Kent offshore wind farm to be extended

One of the first offshore wind farms built in the UK has been given the go-ahead for an extension today by Energy Secretary Edward Davey.

• From: Department of Energy & Climate Change
• Published: 19 February 2013

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One of the first offshore wind farms built in the UK has been given the go-ahead for an extension today by Energy Secretary Edward Davey.

Up to 17 new turbines will be added to Vattenfall’s Kentish Flats offshore wind farm, which already hosts 30 turbines.

The wind farm – off the coast of North Kent - has been operational since 2005. Its existing capacity level would be expected to power the equivalent of 61,000 homes on average. The developer estimates the extension will enable it to power the equivalent of up to 96,000 homes on average.

Edward Davey, Energy and Climate Change Secretary, said:

“As well as providing large amounts of clean energy, offshore wind will support jobs and generate major investment up and down the country.

“Vattenfall’s decision to extend an existing project reflects the ongoing attractiveness of the UK as a place to do business in renewable energy.”

Notes for editors:

1. Documents relating to the consent are available on the National Infrastructure Planning website.
2. More information about Kentish Flats offshore wind farm is available on the Vattenfall: Kentish Flats offshore wind farm web page.

Published 19 February 2013