Empire Wind, New York, USA

New power for New York

About

Challenge

New York has set mandated targets for decarbonising the state’s electricity, calling for 70% renewable energy by 2030 and 100% zero-emission energy by 2040. Today, renewables only account for 27% of energy generated state-wide.

Solution

A 2 GW capacity offshore wind farm off the coast of Long Island by a joint venture between Equinor and bp.

Value

Powering one million New York homes, the project will have great social benefits. It will furthermore help New York achieve its renewable energy goals.

Specifications

Capacity

2 GW

Offshore wind farm

138 monopile foundations for 15 MW turbines.

Location

Off the coast of Long Island, New York, USA

Period

2022–ongoing

Country

USA

Partners

Equinor and bp

Services

Detailed design including fabrication and installation support for the Empire Wind offshore wind farm.

Lighting up the homes of one million New Yorkers

With an anticipated generation capacity of more than 2 GW of renewable power, the Empire Wind development will utilise 15 MW wind turbines and is expected to play a major role in meeting New York State’s goal of reaching 70% renewable energy by 2030. Over 150 experts have worked on all aspects of the wind turbine foundation design, from the tower interface to the seabed fastening – including steel, geotechnical and electrical design for the project as well as engineering support for fabrication, transportation and installation.

Empire Wind addresses New York’s unique energy challenges by producing power near the city, where demand is greatest and transmission infrastructure is limited. It represents a milestone toward reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing energy independence on the East Coast setting new standards for offshore wind projects nationwide.

What we do in North America

COWI in North America works primarily within transportation, water, climate resiliency, renewable energy and federal infrastructure. We draw on nearly a century of expertise, and with our 7,500 experts worldwide, we can work around the clock to deliver projects for our customers.