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Norwegian Firm Expands into Chile’s Offshore Wind Sector with Plans for Two Projects

Norway’s Deep Wind Offshore seeks to lease areas for developing a floating and fixed-bottom offshore wind project in Chile.
Deep Wind Offshore Chile

Norway’s Deep Wind Offshore has applied for an area lease to develop both floating and fixed-bottom offshore wind projects along Chile’s coastline.

Deep Wind Offshore Chile
Source: Deep Wind Offshore

The Chilean government aims for 60% of its electricity to come from renewable sources by 2030, with a 65% increase in annual electricity offtake by 2040 compared to 2021, according to Deep Wind Offshore.

The company is dedicated to contributing on a gigawatt scale with offshore wind projects, intending to manage and operate them locally to create jobs and collaborate with local suppliers and stakeholders.

“After carefully evaluating several markets in Latin America, we chose Chile due to its excellent wind resources, renewable demand, regulatory framework, and favorable investment climate,” said Hans Petter Øvrevik, CCO of Deep Wind Offshore.

“Co-existence is crucial for success, and we will work with local communities and users of the sea,” he added.

Deep Wind Offshore’s website states that the Golfo De Arauco Sustentable fixed-bottom offshore wind farm could have a 900 MW capacity, while the BioBio Sustentable floating wind project could reach 1,500 MW.

Chile’s Minister of Economy, Development and Tourism, Nicolás Grau, noted that projects like Deep Wind Offshore’s in the Biobío Region offer opportunities to utilize local industrial capabilities and produce clean, cost-effective energy.

In August, UK-based 17 Energy and Chilean SC Power formed a consortium to develop a 960 MW floating offshore wind farm off Biobío’s coast, expected to start in 2032 pending permits.

Original Story at www.offshorewind.biz

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Bad River: A Tribal Fight Against Pipeline Expansion Emphasizes Long-Term Environmental Planning


A recent legal battle between the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and a major energy corporation has highlighted the importance of long-term environmental planning. The tribe is challenging the expansion of an aging oil pipeline that runs through their territory in northern Wisconsin, citing potential risks to their land and water resources.



As environmental concerns grow, the tribe is using this case as an opportunity to advocate for sustainable practices and protection of natural resources. The pipeline, operated by a Canadian company, has been a point of contention for years due to concerns about leaks and spills that could damage the tribe’s ancestral lands.



The Bad River Band’s resistance is part of a broader movement among Indigenous communities who are increasingly standing up against large-scale industrial projects threatening their environment and way of life. This case echoes similar disputes across North America where Indigenous rights and environmental protection intersect.



Despite the company’s assurances of safety measures and economic benefits, the Bad River Band remains firm in their opposition. They argue that the risks posed by the aging infrastructure outweigh any proposed benefits. The tribe’s long-term vision focuses on preserving their land for future generations, aligning with broader global initiatives to prioritize sustainability.



This ongoing legal confrontation underscores how Indigenous communities are crucial voices in conversations about environmental policy and infrastructure development. For more information on Indigenous environmental advocacy, visit Sierra Club and Greenpeace.



The case serves as a reminder of the complex challenges involved in balancing economic development with environmental conservation. It highlights how the power of collective action and long-term thinking can shape the future of environmental policy.

November 1, 2024