Markbygden Wind Farm – Phase I is a 969.87MW onshore wind power project. It is planned in Norrbotten, Sweden. According to GlobalData, who tracks and profiles over 170,000 power plants worldwide, the project is currently at the partially active stage. It will be developed in multiple phases. Post completion of the construction, the project is expected to get commissioned in 2013. Buy the profile here.

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Description

The project is being developed by Enercon, Markbygden Vind and Svevind. CGN Europe Energy, Enercon, Greencoat Renewables and Svenska Cellulosa Aktiebolaget are currently owning the project.

The project is expected to generate 3,000,000MWh of electricity.

The Markbygden Wind Farm - Phase I (Markbygden Wind Farm - Markbygden ETT- Phase A), will have 131.4m high towers.

The Markbygden Wind Farm - Phase I (Markbygden Wind Farm - Markbygden ETT- Phase B), will have 131.4m high towers.

The Markbygden Wind Farm - Phase I (Markbygden Wind Farm - Markbygden ETT- Phase C), will have 131.4m high towers.

The Markbygden Wind Farm - Phase I (Markbygden Wind Farm - Skogberget), will have 138m high towers.

Development status

Post completion of the construction, the project is expected to get commissioned in 2013.

Power purchase agreement

The power generated from the Markbygden Wind Farm - Phase I (Markbygden Wind Farm - Markbygden ETT- Phase A) will be sold to Norsk Hydro Olje under a power purchase agreement for a period of 19 years, starting from 2018.

The power generated from the Markbygden Wind Farm - Phase I (Markbygden Wind Farm - Markbygden ETT- Phase B) will be sold to Norsk Hydro Olje under a power purchase agreement for a period of 19 years, starting from 2019.

The power generated from the Markbygden Wind Farm - Phase I (Markbygden Wind Farm - Markbygden ETT- Phase C) will be sold to Norsk Hydro Olje under a power purchase agreement for a period of 19 years, starting from 2020.

Contractors involved

Enercon is expected to render engineering procurement construction services for the Markbygden Wind Farm - Phase I (Markbygden Wind Farm - Skogberget).

Markbygden Wind Farm - Phase I (Markbygden Wind Farm - Erstrask-I A) will be equipped with Enercon E-103 EP2/ 2,350 kW turbines. The phase consists of 13 turbines with 2.35MW nameplate capacity.

Markbygden Wind Farm - Phase I (Markbygden Wind Farm - Erstrask-I B) will be equipped with Enercon E-103 EP2/ 2,350 kW turbines. The phase consists of 13 turbines with 2.35MW nameplate capacity.

Markbygden Wind Farm - Phase I (Markbygden Wind Farm - Erstrask-IIA) will be equipped with Enercon E-138 EP3 E2 / 4.2 MW turbines. The phase consists of 32 turbines with 4.2MW nameplate capacity.

Markbygden Wind Farm - Phase I (Markbygden Wind Farm - Erstrask-IIB) will be equipped with Enercon E-126 EP3 turbines. The phase consists of 10 turbines with 4MW nameplate capacity.

Markbygden Wind Farm - Phase I (Markbygden Wind Farm - Markbygden ETT- Phase A) will be equipped with GE Renewable Energy GE 3.6-137 turbines. The phase consists of 35 turbines with 3.63MW nameplate capacity.

Markbygden Wind Farm - Phase I (Markbygden Wind Farm - Markbygden ETT- Phase B) will be equipped with GE Renewable Energy GE 3.6-137 turbines. The phase consists of 108 turbines with 3.63MW nameplate capacity.

Markbygden Wind Farm - Phase I (Markbygden Wind Farm - Markbygden ETT- Phase C) will be equipped with GE Renewable Energy GE 3.6-137 turbines. The phase consists of 36 turbines with 3.63MW nameplate capacity.

Markbygden Wind Farm - Phase I (Markbygden Wind Farm - Skogberget) will be equipped with Enercon E-92 / 2,350 kW turbines. The phase consists of 36 turbines with 2.35MW nameplate capacity.

Enercon and GE Power are expected to be contracted for rendering of operations & maintenance services for the project.

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About Enercon

Enercon GmbH (Enercon) is a renewable energy equipment company that manufactures and supplies wind energy converters (WEC). It produces components of the WECs including annular generators, inverters, cast components, rotor blades, towers and machine houses. Enercon provides electrical and mechanical maintenance, project development, charging service, energy storage systems, and other services. It also offers logistics services including transportation of production materials and system components to the construction site. The company has a presence across the world, including Austria, Norway, France, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Scotland, Estonia, and Portugal, among others. Enercon is headquartered in Aurich, Lower Saxony, Germany.

About Markbygden Vind

Markbygden Vind AB is engaged in development and operation of wind power projects.

About Svevind

Svevind AB (Svevind) is a renewable energy company that plans, develops and operates land-based wind power projects of different sizes. The company’s services portfolio includes wind project planning, design and sale; and electricity generation. It also provides development and installation services to wind projects. Svevind’s projects include Gabrielsberget, Hornefors, Latikberg, Granberget, Vindpilot, Skaggs and Markbygden. The company provides calculations for return on investment, and supports nearby population with renewable electricity. It operates through its offices located in Sweden and Germany. Svevind is headquartered in Umea, Sweden.

This content was updated on 25 January 2024

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