Connecting Belgium’s grid with other European countries
The Princess Elisabeth Island will be the first artificial energy island in the world hosting both high-voltage direct current (HVDC) and alternating current (HVAC) infrastructure.
The first of the island’s caissons, or foundations, are currently being built in Vlissingen (the Netherlands) and will soon be sunk at sea and filled with sand to form the foundations of the island, as per Elia.
The high-voltage infrastructure installed on the island will bundle together the export cables of the Princess Elisabeth Zone wind farms while also serving as a hub for future interconnectors that will link Belgium to the United Kingdom and other countries.
These hybrid interconnectors will enable power exchanges between Belgium and its neighbors whilst also being connected to large offshore wind farms in the North Sea. The latter will eventually supply Belgium with large quantities of renewable energy.
“The Princess Elisabeth Island project is a cornerstone for enhancing Belgium’s and Europe’s energy security and independence. This initiative not only strengthens Belgium’s energy infrastructure but also fosters vital interconnections with neighboring countries, thereby promoting increased regional cooperation,” said Robert de Groot, Vice President of the European Investment Bank.
“Our proven expertise and pioneering work on creating an artificial energy island amplify Europe’s innovative edge and competitiveness amidst a global energy shift. This loan will provide us with stable, long-term financing with favourable conditions – for the benefit of Belgian consumers,” stated Catherine Vandenborre, Elia Group’s interim CEO.
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Publish date : 2024-10-29 12:16:00
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