Deep Wind Offshore
Case
How can we accurately assess and minimize the carbon footprint of offshore wind projects throughout their entire lifecycle while promoting a circular economy?
Solution
Through collaboration with Terravera Foundation, Deep Wind Offshore leverages advanced lifecycle analysis models to:
Quantify Carbon Footprint: Assess emissions from material extraction, manufacturing, installation, maintenance, and decommissioning of offshore wind turbines.
Optimize Circular Economy Practices: Develop strategies for increased recycling and reuse of materials, reducing reliance on raw material extraction.
Enhance Decision-Making: Provide reliable data to guide sustainable development choices and minimize environmental impact across projects in Norway, Sweden, and South Korea.
The collarboration
Deep Wind Offshore partners with Terravera to integrate comprehensive lifecycle assessment models into their project planning and execution. This partnership fosters transparency and knowledge sharing with academia, suppliers, and stakeholders to improve sustainability across the offshore wind value chain.
Key Achievements
Lifecycle Transparency: Detailed models covering the entire wind turbine lifecycle—from material extraction to recycling—offer clear insights into emissions and sustainability impacts.
Circular Economy Initiatives: Strategies to promote reuse and recycling throughout the turbine lifecycle, reducing dependency on virgin materials.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Improved dialogue with local communities, suppliers, and environmental bodies to ensure social and environmental sustainability.
“Terravera’s approach to sustainability modeling is transformative.
Their platform not only quantifies our environmental impact but also helps us push for a circular and transparent wind industry. This collaboration is essential for driving sustainability in offshore wind.
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A Game-Changer for Decision-Makers
Deep Wind Offshore wants to deliver more than renewable energy projects—they provide data-driven insights that empower stakeholders to:
Make Informed Decisions: Backed by robust lifecycle analysis and environmental data.
Prioritize Circularity: Develop projects with a focus on recycling, reuse, and minimizing waste.
Enhance Trust: Foster transparency with regulators, suppliers, and communities affected by offshore wind developments.
Why it matters
As the offshore wind industry scales up, Deep Wind Offshore and Terravera are setting a new standard for sustainability and transparency. Together, they are ensuring that the expansion of renewable energy is achieved with the lowest possible environmental footprint and a commitment to circular economy principles. This partnership supports the global transition to cleaner energy while safeguarding the oceans and communities that depend on them.
