The Greek Ministry of Energy is revising its offshore wind strategy by incorporating both fixed-bottom and floating wind turbines in the initial phase of pilot projects near Alexandroupoli, in northeastern Greece.
Originally focused solely on fixed-bottom units, the Ministry has adopted a dual approach to enhance flexibility and address concerns from local communities. Floating wind turbines, which can be installed in deeper waters, allow for potential adjustments in project locations, facilitating smoother engagement with local authorities and residents. This change aims to ease objections regarding sites near Alexandroupoli and Samothraki.
The revised strategy will introduce floating offshore wind technology into Greece’s pilot offshore wind energy program, providing valuable insights into its feasibility and potential. However, fixed-bottom turbines—already a well-established technology—will remain dominant in the project, with floating units included in smaller numbers.
The offshore wind farms in the pilot initiative are expected to have a total capacity of 600 MW. The Terna Energy – Motor Oil consortium, along with power utility PPC, has been conducting wind analysis, geophysical, and geotechnical surveys to support the project’s development.
