Final Wind Turbine Installed at Greater Changhua Offshore Wind Farms

Ørsted has installed the final wind turbine at its Greater Changhua 2b and 4 offshore sites, marking a major step forward for Taiwan's renewable energy goals. This milestone involved the placement of the last of 66 Siemens Gamesa SG 14-236 turbines, bringing the project’s total capacity to 920 MW. Situated between 35 and 60 kilometers off the coast of Changhua County, the wind farms are set to become a primary contributor to the national power grid. The installation phase began in April 2025, following the start of offshore construction in February of that same year, and its conclusion reflects Ørsted's ongoing commitment to expanding wind energy capacity across the Asia-Pacific region.

The Greater Changhua offshore wind farms are a strategic investment in the region’s energy transition, designed to capture the consistent winds of the Taiwan Strait. By using advanced turbine technology, the project aims to improve generation efficiency while keeping its environmental impact low. Completing this stage represents a major step in Taiwan’s efforts to grow its renewable energy portfolio and reduce its long-term reliance on fossil fuels. Mejnert Kristensen, Ørsted's CEO for the APAC region, noted the importance of this milestone for both the company's regional goals and Taiwan's energy future.

Building the Greater Changhua project required careful planning and execution to manage the unpredictable weather conditions common in the Taiwan Strait. The installation work was handled by Siemens Gamesa, supported by the Cadeler vessel Wind Maker. Throughout the process, the teams maintained a strict focus on safety, reaching approximately 131,576 offshore working hours without a single lost-time injury. This record is the result of the rigorous risk management and operational standards put in place to protect every person working on the project.

Completing the turbine installation is expected to provide lasting environmental benefits, lowering greenhouse gas emissions and helping Taiwan move toward energy independence. Now that the turbines are in place, the project enters a commissioning phase focused on testing electrical systems and finishing work on the offshore cables. Full commercial operations are scheduled to begin in the third quarter of 2026, a move that will strengthen Taiwan’s standing as a regional leader in the renewable energy sector.

The progress made at Greater Changhua provides a blueprint for future offshore wind developments across the Asia-Pacific. With a construction pipeline totaling 8.1 GW, Ørsted remains a central figure in the expansion of the industry. The successful deployment of these wind farms demonstrates how large-scale renewable projects can support sustainable development and economic growth, offering a practical example for other nations looking to modernize their own energy infrastructure.