An offshore wind farm will be built in the southwest of Jersey’s territorial waters, under proposals announced by the Council of Ministers. The plans for a facility of up to around 1,000MW would produce enough electricity to meet the Island’s own needs, with the remainder to be exported.
The Ministers are proposing a three-phase approach:
- In principle consideration: This includes public engagement, industry engagement, and the States debate on the Proposition
- Leasing the seabed: This includes a competitive tender process and confirmation that a successful bidder has a legal right to develop the site
- Consenting: This includes the development consortium consulting with Islanders, assessing environmental impact and submitting a formal application for approval Islanders have previously shown strong support for renewable energy.
