Green Energy Developments and Uncertainties in Yell: Wind Farms, Hydrogen Projects, and Grid Connections
Key Ideas
  • Statkraft's Energy Isles and Beaw Field wind farms in Yell have a grid connection date set for late 2032, with construction planned to commence in 2029/30.
  • Construction at the proposed Scatsta hydrogen development is expected to begin in 2028/29, aligning with the wind farm grid connection date in 2032.
  • Uncertainty surrounds the Arven offshore wind farm project after Mainstream Renewable Power withdrew, leaving Ocean Winds as the sole participant committed to project success.
  • SSEN Transmission is pursuing licenses for a second HVDC cable to connect Shetland to the Scottish mainland, with construction targeted for 2028 or 2029 and completion by 2035.
Two wind farms, Energy Isles and Beaw Field, in Yell are progressing with a grid connection date set for late 2032. Statkraft plans to commence construction in 2029/30. The proposed Scatsta hydrogen development is also expected to start construction in 2028/29, with shared grid connection by 2032 in the Scatsta area, aiding the wind farms' export route. The Arven offshore wind farm faces uncertainties after Mainstream Renewable Power's exit, leaving Ocean Winds committed to the project. SSEN Transmission is advancing with licenses for a second HVDC cable to connect Shetland to the mainland, aiming for construction by 2028/29 and completion by 2035. Plans for a hydrogen production facility and community ownership for the wind farms are under consideration. Additionally, Equinor's interest in powering the Rosebank oil and gas development by subsea cable adds to the region's evolving energy landscape, highlighting the shift towards green energy and the challenges of grid connections and project uncertainties.
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