Port of Virginia Welcomes First Substation for Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Project
The Portsmouth Marine Terminal at the Port of Virginia has recently celebrated the arrival of a significant milestone in the development of the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project – the installation of the first substation. This marks a crucial step forward in the ambitious renewable energy initiative spearheaded by Dominion Energy.
The project, awarded to the CS Wind Offshore and Semco Maritime consortium, involves the delivery of three 880 MW offshore substations. Situated approximately 40 kilometers off the coast of Virginia Beach, the CVOW farm is set to comprise 176 wind turbines that will generate enough clean energy to power 660,000 households in Virginia once fully operational.
Notably, the substation that arrived at the Port of Virginia represents a groundbreaking achievement for the region. Weighing over 4,000 tons, it is the heaviest piece of equipment ever handled at the port, underscoring the scale and complexity of the offshore wind project.
Further progress was made in December 2024 with the shipment of the first offshore jacket foundation, a towering structure standing at 60 meters tall and weighing approximately 2,445.6 tonnes. This foundation will play a crucial role in supporting an offshore transformer station for Dominion Energy’s ambitious 2.6 GW CVOW project, facilitating the transmission of renewable energy generated by the wind turbines.
The successful delivery and installation of these key components signify significant advancements in the development of the CVOW project, positioning Virginia as a key player in the transition towards sustainable energy sources. As the renewable energy sector continues to expand, initiatives like the CVOW project serve as shining examples of innovation and progress in the pursuit of a greener future.