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What will transport look like in 2040

NoordzeeWind is a joint venture between Nuon/Vattenfall and Shell. This first Dutch offshore wind farm was an important step for both companies to gain expertise in this form of renewable energy.

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Offshore Windpark Egmond aan Zee

The wind farm Egmond aan Zee is the first large wind farm built in the North Sea near the Dutch shore. The 36 wind turbines supply renewable electricity for more than 100,000 Dutch households.

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The construction

The wind farm was built by the construction combination Egmond. This is a joint venture between Ballast Nedam and the Danish wind turbine manufacturer Vestas. Both companies have extensive experience in offshore wind energy.

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Electricity production

It starts with the wind turning the blades, or rotor blades. These rotor blades are attached to the main shaft. The rotational movement is sped up in a gearbox. The main shaft drives the generator.

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