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Dutch Companies Aid Ukraine with Windmills to Combat Energy Crisis

Dutch Companies Aid Ukraine with Windmills to Combat Energy Crisis
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World December 3, 2024 13:30

amsterdam - Dutch companies from the wind sector are stepping in to help Ukraine by building a series of windmills amidst the ongoing energy crisis in the war-torn country.

Dutch companies in the wind sector are lending a helping hand to Ukraine by constructing a series of windmills to address the energy crisis in the country. The move comes as numerous major energy centers have been affected by the war, prompting the need for a decentralized energy network for effective energy generation in Ukraine. The companies have been collaborating with Ukrainians for months, with a delegation from the Ukrainian Wind Energy Association (UWEA) visiting the Netherlands to gather knowledge. They have engaged with various Dutch companies, including Business in Wind in Barneveld, which acquires, dismantles, and installs windmills. An agreement has been reached with the Dutch wind energy trade association NedZero, representing 300 companies in the Netherlands operating on land and sea, including multinational corporations like Shell and BP transitioning from oil and gas to sustainable energy.

Jan Vos, the chairman of NedZero, mentioned that many companies from the association have been assisting Ukraine. NedZero is in discussions with the European Union regarding support and has launched a crowdfunding initiative on its website to raise funds for concrete assistance to the besieged country. Vos emphasized the urgent need for aid in Ukraine, where a million people are enduring cold temperatures due to the destruction of energy centers by cluster bombs. The scarcity of electricity, with only a few hours of power available per day, has hampered local production of essential goods, exacerbating the situation.

The immediate focus is on installing foundation systems in the ground, with options for refurbished or upgraded wind turbines of slightly older generations. Establishing a windmill network requires not only financial resources but also specialized transport services on land and sea, as well as technicians. Ukrainian personnel are being trained by Dutch companies to support the efforts. Collaboration with Denmark is expected to facilitate knowledge exchange and ongoing assistance. The goal is to swiftly establish a network that can provide energy independence and long-term sustainability for Ukraine.

Following the destruction of many energy centers by Russia, diesel generators have been predominantly deployed in Ukraine. The Netherlands, with decades of experience in wind energy, particularly offshore, has become a leading provider of wind-generated electricity. The country aims to source approximately three-quarters of its electricity from wind turbines by 2030, signaling a significant shift towards renewable energy. In response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the gas blockade imposed by several European countries, the Netherlands has expedited the development of its wind farms, including the construction of the largest offshore wind turbine park in the world in the North Sea.

A transition to heavier wind turbines is underway in the Netherlands, allowing the repurposed 'old' turbines to be swiftly deployed in Ukraine once the foundations are prepared. The destruction of much of Ukraine's energy infrastructure presents an opportunity to rebuild it sustainably and enhance its resilience. Despite the challenges, wind power projects near the front lines are progressing, offering a ray of hope amidst the chaos.

In a country where Russia invaded in February 2022, both onshore and offshore sectors are emerging, with Dutch companies poised to contribute their expertise, as noted by Andriy Konechenkov, the chairman of UWEA. The offshore sector shows promise, but risks persist, with reports of Russian landmines in certain waters.

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