RWE and SolarDuck have struck a partnership agreement to accelerate the growth of floating solar parks at sea. RWE will invest in a trial project in the North Sea in order to obtain “basic insights” into SolarDuck’s floating solar technology.
In 2023, the Merganser pilot will go active with a rated output of 500kW. Merganser will be erected in the Belgian North Sea off the coast of Ostend as SolarDuck’s first offshore pilot project, following the successful activation of a pilot project in the Netherlands last year.
The project represents the initial phase of the collaboration and provides the groundwork for a larger demonstration facility off the coast of the Netherlands. RWE is bidding for offshore wind project sites in the Netherlands as part of the Hollandse Kust West competition, and the company has included SolarDuck’s innovative combination of floating offshore solar systems and integrated storage solutions in its proposal.
SolarDuck’s floating offshore solar technology enables a more efficient use of marine space for energy generation by utilizing the space between wind turbines and “synergies” in turbine building and maintenance.
As a result of the complementary availability of wind and solar resources, the output profile becomes more balanced. Bureau Veritas has granted SolarDuck’s triangle platform design the world’s first certification for floating offshore solar installations.
Similar to a carpet, the platform is designed to float several meters above the ocean and follow the waves. Important electrical components are kept dry, clean, and stable in this manner to prolong the life of the semi-submersible construction while assuring safe operation and maintenance.
Sven Utermohlen, CEO of Wind Offshore at RWE Renewables, stated, “With the SolarDuck pilot project, we are gaining experience with an innovative concept. “We hope to contribute to accelerating the energy transition, positively impacting marine ecology, and promoting the integration of energy systems.”
Contributing to the acceleration of the energy transition is a noble goal that is very important to those who strive to achieve it, but one can’t help but wonder if floating solar technology is truly the answer and if it will help us achieve an energy-efficient and sustainable future when it has so many disadvantages. For instance, Floating solar panels are more expensive to install than typical PV systems. The technology is relatively new and requires specific knowledge and equipment, which is one of the major causes and even though solar energy is a free source of energy in and of itself, the initial costs associated with collecting, processing, and storing the energy may be rather high. During installation and initial setup, you will be needed to pay for solar panels, batteries, and wiring, among other components. In addition, floating solar requires a substantial amount of space, and the manner by which it generates electricity is greatly influenced by environmental factors.
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