Najaderna Offshore

The Najaderna wind project comprises up to 67 wind turbines with an estimated annual electricity production of 4–5 TWh. This would represent a significant addition of renewable electricity to a region expected to substantially increase its consumption in the coming years. In addition to creating new job opportunities, the project will provide millions of kronor annually to the local community. A permit application has now been submitted to the government and the Land and Environment Court.

“Najaderna is an important project in a region with significant investments, and the location has been carefully selected to allow the wind project to coexist with other interests without compromising the sensitive marine environment. The water depth allows us to build closer to land with existing technology, keeping costs down as the electricity does not need to be transported such long distances. This lowers the electricity price for individuals and businesses, and we can create jobs for the region,” says Anna Lundsgård, Head of Offshore at Eolus.

The Najaderna wind power project is located approximately 17 kilometers off the coast within Tierp municipality in Uppsala County and extends into Sweden’s economic zone. The project is in an area that is designated as suitable for energy extraction through offshore wind power. It could be completed by the beginning of the 2030s and generate money to the local community through the distribution of a portion of the revenue from electricity production. Depending on the size of the project and future electricity prices, this could amount to 7 million SEK annually for associations and activities.