Ørsted has completed comprehensive geotechnical and geophysical investigations across two offshore wind farm license areas in Gippsland, marking significant progress in project development.
Survey Specifications
| Parameter | Detail | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Survey Locations | ~60 sites | Site characterization |
| License Areas | 2 zones | Project feasibility |
| Duration | 2-year monitoring | Environmental data |
| Technology | Proprietary Ørsted | Long-term assessment |
| Coverage | Seabed & subsurface | Comprehensive analysis |
Technical Implementation
| Component | Application | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Seabed Scanning | Site mapping | Environmental baseline |
| Subsurface Sampling | Ground conditions | Foundation design |
| Weather Monitoring | Wind patterns | Resource assessment |
| Ocean Monitoring | Marine conditions | Operational planning |
| Environmental Survey | Impact assessment | Project optimization |
Technical Achievement
Key elements include:
. Advanced site investigation
. Environmental mapping
. Project optimization
. Technology deployment
. Local collaboration
. Data collection
Development Benefits
The survey provides:
. Design optimization
. Environmental protection
. Resource assessment
. Project feasibility
. Stakeholder engagement
. Technical validation




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