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"Ørsted used to be one of the most coal-intensive energy companies in Europe, and was dedicated to fossil fuels. But it decided in 2009 to move away from fossil fuels. Now, it is one of the biggest clean energy companies in the world. By January 2022, Ørsted had become the world’s number one offshore wind power developer. Excluding mainland China, it developed approximately 30% of all global installed capacity in this sector. Remarkably, 90% of its energy is currently sourced from renewable sources; however, that figure will grow significantly over the next few years — to 95%, then 99%. In addition, by 2025 net zero generation is planned and emissions are set to end completely by 2040.

But, doing this wasn’t enough for the company. It is continuing to find ways to keep expanding clean energy and protecting the environment. Want some proof? Here’s two stories from the company that show its commitment to continued improvement.

New Offshore Wind Project in New York

In response to New York State’s latest offshore wind solicitations, Ørsted and Eversource recently presented a collaborative proposal. This submission provides multiple bids with different configurations to deliver clean and renewable energy for over a million New York households, bringing billions of dollars towards the state’s economy. Additionally, it will create thousands of jobs, advance environmental justice, and prioritize disadvantaged communities by integrating MWBEs into its protocols and plans.

Last year, Ørsted and Eversource commenced construction of South Fork Wind, the first offshore wind farm in New York. By 2023 it will be operational with 130 MW of clean energy; followed by the 924 MW Sunrise Wind project that is expected to deliver power to New Yorkers in late 2025. As the leading provider for offshore wind technology throughout NY State, this joint venture has formed strong relationships with numerous community members — such as labor leaders and local government officials — while consulting them on developing a bid that serves its residents best.

With Governor Hochul at the helm, New York is primed to expand its leading offshore wind infrastructure. the state has already become a pioneer in developing an offshore wind supply chain and dedicated $500 million toward constructing ports, manufacturing plants and supply chains that will sustain this burgeoning industry. Additionally, it is investing in training a workforce knowledgeable of the new technology so as to ensure continued growth for years to come.

In the summer of 2022, Governor Hochul declared New York’s third competitive offshore wind tender for a lowest commitment of 2,000 megawatts (MW). This will provide clean and affordable energy to 1.5 million additional homes in the state. The announcement is another stride towards fulfilling New York State’s Climate Act obligation to obtain 70% of electricity from renewable sources by 2030 and 9,000 MW of offshore wind by 2035.

In 2016, Ørsted and Eversource — the leading U.S offshore wind energy partner and New England’s largest energy provider respectively — joined forces with the objective of developing America’s offshore wind supply chain as well as a new workforce dedicated to providing renewable energy solutions. Together they have made great progress in achieving this goal by investing their collective resources into building infrastructure for sustainable power generation.

“We’re committed to developing projects that will create good-paying jobs, build up local communities, and generate clean, affordable energy to fight climate change,” said David Hardy, Group EVP and CEO Americas at Ørsted. “We’re confident this new proposal offers statewide, comprehensive offshore wind solutions and integrated clean energy innovation for New York, a state where we already have two advanced projects and have invested in supply chain development, workforce training and O&M capabilities. This solicitation further demonstrates New York’s leadership in offshore wind energy, and we look forward to the opportunity to build upon our strong track record here.”

The developers brag that they have set the gold standard with their National Offshore Wind Agreement, becoming the first in America to ensure that offshore construction would be done by an American-union workforce. This move has highlighted their dedication to providing good paying jobs, worker training and safety measures.

“As the state’s trusted partner, we are proud to answer New York’s call for more clean, renewable offshore wind energy and today submitted a proposal that would create significant jobs, deliver local economic investment, provide meaningful workforce development solutions, and advance the movement toward greater environmental justice across the Empire State,” said Joe Nolan, Chairman, President and CEO of Eversource Energy. “Today’s proposal builds on the incredible work we are already doing in New York including building the state’s first offshore wind farm and harnesses the unmatched combination of our onshore, regional transmission expertise together with Ørsted’s considerable offshore capabilities. Together, we stand ready to deliver a better, cleaner future that all New Yorkers will be proud of.”

The Ørsted-Eversource joint venture is currently investing heavily in two projects to foster New York’s clean energy workforce, build the state’s offshore wind industry and supply renewable power to close to 670,000 households. These efforts will make a major difference for New Yorkers seeking an eco-friendly future.

Texas Project Builds Huge Solar Plant While Protecting Rare Prairie Lands

Getting things started for more offshore wind in New York wasn’t a chance for the company’s people to get a break. Not much later, it had yet another announcement about an effort in Texas to not only build a huge solar plant, but also protect the land.

Ørsted recently revealed an incredible partnership with The Nature Conservancy (TNC) to safeguard almost 1,000 acres of native prairie in northeast Texas. Sadly, just one percent of the original tallgrass prairies that existed in Texas have survived today, and only five percent remains nationally. By joining forces with TNC for this landmark conservation effort, however, Ørsted is taking a bold step forward as it will be its first biodiversity initiative within the United States.

Ørsted is progressing the construction of its 471 MW Mockingbird Solar Center in Lamar County, Texas. Across approximately 4,900 acres lies Smiley-Woodfin Native Prairie Grassland — the largest surviving portion of a rare and endangered type of prairie found only around north Texas. This prairie is incredibly vital for its diverse ecosystem that boasts abundant biodiversity."

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https://cleantechnica.com/2023/01/27/orsted-continues-to-expand-in-the-united-states/

 

See Part 2 to learn more about the company’s Texas project and other expansions in the United States.

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Ørsted Continues To Expand In The United States (Part 2)

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"Texas Project (Continued)

We are very pleased that construction on the Mockingbird Solar Center is set to commence next week. The Mockingbird Solar Center will bring new construction and maintenance jobs to the area and new tax revenue for our community and school districts over the life of the project. We look forward to working with Ørsted as a partner in our community in the decades ahead,” said Maureen Hammond, Executive Director of the Paris Economic Development Corporation.

Boasting the ability to deliver clean energy that powers over 80,000 homes, Ørsted’s Mockingbird Solar Center is committed to preserving habitat and providing a profound economic impact for Lamar County. With its groundbreaking technology, emissions will be reduced significantly throughout the life of this project while creating numerous jobs and generating vital revenue for local businesses.

Lamar County, North Lamar, and Chisum Independent School Districts will all benefit immensely from the Mockingbird Solar Center project. More than 200 jobs are estimated to be created during construction as well as permanent positions for operation and maintenance; a staggering $215 million dollars of economic activity is also expected throughout its lifetime. Not only that, but it will generate considerable tax revenue which could help boost local businesses and services.

“We need to deliver green energy for this generation while protecting natural habitats for the next. That is why we’ve prioritized the Smiley-Woodfin Prairie in Texas as our first biodiversity initiative in the United States,” said Daniel Willard, Biodiversity Specialist at Ørsted. “We want to thank The Nature Conservancy for working with us on this conservation effort. Drawing on both internal expertise and outside guidance, we will continue to look for opportunities to protect the prairie and ensure that native plants and pollinators thrive.”

Ørsted has committed to purchasing close to 1,000 acres of prairie land in order to donate it into the care and custody of The Nature Conservancy (TNC). This will ensure that this habitat is protected from any future development. To guarantee its safety, TNC will take ownership before construction begins on the solar farm. Work is expected start up by January 2024 and finish sometime later down the line that same year — bringing sustainable energy sources closer towards becoming a reality for all.

“The Nature Conservancy has long recognized the unique significance of the Smiley-Woodfin Prairie,” said TNC State Director Suzanne Scott. “Our goal is to manage the native prairie conveyed to TNC to maintain and enhance its biological and botanical diversity. In collaboration with Ørsted, we aim to reduce impacts on native vegetation within the remaining property and provide guidance on how to steward this land going forward.”

The prairie ecosystem is an incredibly valuable and productive asset providing a variety of benefits. Floods are prevented, water filtration occurs naturally, and carbon storage takes place in these wondrous lands. Additionally, they act as habitats to many species like birds, monarch butterflies, bees, and other pollinators.

In order to assess the land impact of the project, Ørsted initiated a biodiversity review that identified areas for conservation with unique plant species and native grassland structures in Texas. To minimize any development impacts caused by Ørsted’s solar farm, guidelines and recommendations from TNC will be implemented.

“Through negotiations between Ørsted and the private landowner, we will be able to achieve an important conservation outcome – preserving a remnant of one of the rarest plant communities in Texas,” said TNC Land Protection Strategy Director David Bezanson.

Through this ambitious endeavor, Ørsted plans to dedicate the most pristine part of the Smiley-Woodfin Prairie in support of grassland conservation across America. This plays into its goal that all renewable energy projects have a net positive impact on biodiversity by 2030. In addition, it has launched several global programs which seek to protect and replenish coral beds, observe crustacean habitats, revive seagrass ecosystems and reintroduce oysters.

Continued Expansion In The United States

These two projects aren’t the only thing the company has been up to the in the United States. This company is rapidly expanding with a workforce of around 650 and an ever-growing portfolio of green energy investments including offshore wind, land-based wind, solar power storage technology, and e-fuels.

As a pioneering force in the realm of renewable energy across the United States, Ørsted holds an impressive position amongst offshore wind energy with over 5 gigawatts currently under development. As a trailblazer in this field, it launched America’s first ever offshore wind farm off Block Island and possess total US-based capacity of 5 gigawatts that spans from wind to solar power storage technology and e-fuels.

Taking A Bigger Role In A New Jersey Project

Ørsted has recently announced the signing of an agreement to obtain Public Service Enterprise Group’s (PSEG) 25% equity stake in Ocean Wind 1, a whopping 1100 MW offshore wind energy project situated 15 miles from New Jersey’s southern coast. This acquisition gives Ørsted full ownership over Ocean Wind 1.

As Ocean Wind 1 progresses through its planning and development, New Jersey will benefit from Ørsted’s assurance of economical energy as well as economic opportunity across the state and region. PSEG will be responsible for constructing onshore infrastructure to help ensure this is achieved.

To secure the future of Ocean Wind 1, Ørsted has devoted $695 million to instate spending that will generate hundreds of jobs as well as other advantages. This includes building an operations and maintenance facility in Atlantic City, investing over $100 million into a monopile facility at Paulsboro’s Port, allocating more than $20 million towards Pro-NJ Grantor Trust plus establishing North American Digital Operations headquarters in Newark. Additionally, they have partaken in a 10-year scholarship program with New Jersey Institute Of Technology that stands tall at a staggering amount of $1.5 Million.

“PSEG has been a valuable partner as we have advanced Ocean Wind 1 to this point and as we’ve successfully advanced our offshore wind vision in the United States. With a well-established presence in the U.S., we’re confident in our ability to drive the project forward with commercial operations beginning as planned,” said David Hardy, Group EVP and CEO Americas at Ørsted.

We anticipate the transaction between Ørsted and PSEG to close in the first half of 2023, assuming all necessary conditions are met. Power delivery from Ocean Wind 1 is slated for late 2024, with full commissioning anticipated by 2025."

Source:

https://cleantechnica.com/2023/01/27/orsted-continues-to-expand-in-the-united-states-part-2/

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Ørsted started in 2009 when they saw the writing on the wall. A polluting coal and fossil fuel company they are transitioning quickly and successfully and are expanding. Exactly what our oil companies should also have done in the interests of their customers and investors.

Our fossil fuel giants Shell, Exxon, BP et al. could have survived in the energy biz by moving into the present, never mind the future. They are losing investors and instead of moving forward they are moving backwards.

Not a penny of their millions in windfall profits in 2022 alone, and their billions in government subsidies, taxpayer monies they received were used in meaningful reductions in fuel costs to American households and claiming any fossil fuel is clean energy is bunk. 

The CEOs of our major energy companies are failing their investors IMO. Just like Toyoda did over at Toyota.

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