Taiwan’s Yunlin Wind Farm now powers 600,000 homes with 640 MW capacity, cutting 1.2M tonnes of CO₂ annually. A key step toward Taiwan’s 5.7 GW offshore wind goal by 2025.
The Yunlin Offshore Wind Farm (OWF), one of Taiwan's largest offshore wind projects, is now fully operational, generating 640 MW of clean energy. This milestone supports Taiwan’s ambitious target of achieving 5.7 GW of offshore wind power by 2025, accelerating the country’s transition to sustainable energy and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
Key Highlights:
- Capacity & Impact: The wind farm's 80 turbines will power over 600,000 homes and meet around 90% of Yunlin County's non-industrial electricity demand.
- Carbon Savings: The project will reduce 1.2 million tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually, a significant step toward Taiwan’s climate goals.
- Strategic Location: Located 8–17 km off Taiwan’s west coast, the farm spans 82 km² in the Taiwan Strait, with turbines installed in depths of 7–35 meters.
Developers & Partnerships:
The project was developed and managed by Yunneng Wind Power Co., Ltd., a joint venture of Skyborn, TotalEnergies, Electricity Generating Public Co., and Sojitz. TotalEnergies will assume technical management in June 2025 after the commercial operations date (COD).
Patrick Lammers, CEO of Skyborn, praised the collaboration:
"This project is a testament to our commitment to creating lasting value for society and delivering on our promises. Taiwan’s unwavering government support has been instrumental in achieving this milestone."
Financing & Support:
The project received backing from Taiwanese and international banks, emphasizing the importance of cross-border partnerships in advancing renewable energy infrastructure.
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