Wind is increasingly included in strategies for growth in renewable energy and security of the global energy supply, and it is currently the fastest growing "new" energy source, with an annual growth rate of 20-30 per cent.

Developing a large offshore wind project is a complex undertaking. A large number of interfacing issues need to be resolved at all stages of the development process; from the initial idea to the time when the turbines are installed and in operation. Ramboll has the knowledge and the experience required to identify and to manage the risks and the uncertainties in a systematic manner, based on constantly updated evaluations of the costs and the benefits. We offer a full range of services from planning and project development to design, implementation and follow up on operation, maintenance, and finally to decommissioning.

Energy planning

Large-scale and cost-effective use of wind energy requires integration of wind energy into the mix of energy sources and into the power grid. Ramboll establishes and reviews local, national and regional energy resource planning and incorporates wind energy into the planning schemes. We investigate the possibilities of combining wind energy with other energy sources with regard to carbon emissions, economy, security of supply and the electrical infrastructure.

Offshore wind turbine foundation and barge

Project development

Once an offshore wind farm is considered or has been decided upon, we provide support and advice as the owner's engineer throughout the development process on relevant technical, environmental, timing and financial matters. Read more about project development.

Research and development

Ramboll has the knowledge and experience to be a key contributor to advanced research and development activities within energy, structural and offshore engineering. Read more about research and development.

Site investigations

Based on factors such as the choice of turbine and site conditions, Ramboll carries out all the necessary analyses to select the foundation type best suited for your offshore wind farm project. Read more about site investigations

Structural design

Ramboll is the world leader within design of offshore foundation for wind turbines. We have performed more than 1200 individual foundation designs for 21 offshore wind farms, totaling more than 50% of the installed capacity or capacity currently under installation. Read more about structural design of wind turbines

maintenance of an offshore wind structure

Offshore substation design

Ramboll has vast experience within design of complete substations including structures, topsides, facilities, helipads, electrical and mechanical equipment and safety issues.

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More information

Front page of capability statement brochure

Capability statement (extended version)

Get a full overview of our offshore wind capabilities.

Download Extended Capability Statement (pdf, 3.5 Mb)

Capability statement (brief version)

Get a quick overview of our offshore wind capabilities.

Download Brief Capability Statement (pdf, 900 Kb)

Selected references

View a selection of our offshore wind energy references (pdf, 70 Kb)

Publications

Metocean design data

Application for offshore wind farm foundations

Mitigating the risk in wind power

Risk analyses in wind power

How we harness wind

Combining innovative thinking with offshore and wind experience

Environmental assessment

Read about solutions to safeguard the environment

Geotechnology in wind energy

Solutions in geology, geophysics and geotechnics

Foundation design

Exacting solutions to suit your site and your turbine

Offshore substation design

There is no substitute for experience

Conferences

EWEA Bella Center April 2012

Meet us at this year's EWEA event 16-19 April 2012 in Bella Center, Copenhagen. Please contact Business Development Director Søren Juel Petersen at sjp@ramboll.com to arrange a meeting.

RenewableUK June 2012

Meet us at this year's RenewableUK event 12-14 June 2012 in the ExCel centre, London, booth 287. Please contact Director Klaus Jacob Jensen at kjj@ramboll.com to arrange a meeting.