Skyborn’s Finland Pooki Offshore Windfarm Kicks Off Environmental Studies
June 25, 2024 –Environmental studies for the Pooki offshore wind power project planned in Finland’s territorial waters in the Bothnian Bay have begun. Skyborn Renewables, the project developer, has initiated ornithological and surveying studies in preparation for the construction of the offshore wind power park.
The Pooki project will be located in Finland’s territorial waters, spanning across the coastal areas of Oulu, Ii, Simo, and Kemi. With a maximum capacity of 2,600 MW, the wind power park is expected to generate fossil-free electricity comparable to a modern large nuclear power plant. The project will feature approximately 85-185 wind turbines, each reaching heights of up to 390 meters.
The environmental studies, conducted in collaboration with local authorities, aim to gather data on bird migration patterns and marine life in the area. Ornithological studies began during the spring migration period and will continue until autumn, while seabed surveying studies will commence in the summer to assess seabed characteristics.
The project is expected to be completed in the early 2030s, with the submission of planning initiatives to municipal authorities and the commencement of the legally required EIA process scheduled for summer 2024.
Skyborn Renewables, with over 20 years of experience in offshore wind power development, emphasizes the importance of involving local communities in the planning process. Stakeholder and public meetings will be organized to ensure that locals have a platform to discuss the project with experts.
The Pooki offshore wind power project marks a significant step towards Finland’s transition to renewable energy, and the commencement of environmental studies signals a promising start to this ambitious project.
