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Mainstream and partners plan to build 2.5 GW wind project in Australia

Mainstream and partners plan to build 2.5 GW wind project in Australia

May 31, 2023 |

AGL, DIRECT Infrastructure, Mainstream Renewable Power, and Reventus Power have joined forces to submit an application for the construction of a 2.5 GW offshore wind farm in Australia’s Gippsland region. The Bass Strait, the first offshore wind zone approved by the Australian government, will act as the site for the proposed offshore wind project. Reportedly, the 15,000 sq km zone will expand employment prospects and produce 10 GW of renewable energy annually.

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Mainstream and Ocean Winds win 1.8 GW offshore project in ScotWind leasing

Mainstream and Ocean Winds win 1.8 GW offshore project in ScotWind leasing

August 24, 2022 |

Crown Estate Scotland has chosen Mainstream Renewable Power, an Irish renewable energy provider, and Ocean Winds as the preferred bidder for a 1.8 GW wind farm site offshore from the Shetland Islands. The selection offers Mainstream Renewable Power and Ocean Winds the opportunity to enter into an option contract for the site, which is expected to be suitable for an offshore wind farm.

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Mainstream and Aker acquire 50 per cent stake in Japanese offshore wind project

Mainstream and Aker acquire 50 per cent stake in Japanese offshore wind project

March 17, 2022 |

Progression Energy has sold an initial 50 per cent interest in an 800 MW floating offshore wind project in Japan to Mainstream Renewable Power and Aker Offshore Wind. The agreement was announced in August 2021, but the financial details have yet to be revealed. The offshore wind project’s location is thought to be suitable for floating wind and is close to grid connections.

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