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Wind energy: the future is in motion
For EU countries committed to meeting 23% of final energy consumption from renewable energy by 2020, offshore wind is becoming a viable and reliable part of the energy mix.
In this context, AREVA Wind is helping the world move to a cleaner tomorrow. The AREVA subsidiary’s operations have grown to encompass design, manufacture, assembly and commissioning of high-power wind turbines specially adapted for marine use, notably the M5000. AREVA Wind also carries out periodic services on turbines in operation.
AREVA has been present in the sector since 2004 and is Europe’s second-largest offshore wind industry player. Its 5 MW M5000 turbine has already brought in 600 MW of confirmed backlog with firm backing from Europe’s foremost banks. This proven technology and an installed base which will total more than 120 turbines by the end of 2013, puts AREVA in a position to propose an offer which is perfectly tailored to the requirements of the French offshore wind market. The group can boast unique operating feedback which will serve as a solid foundation for building up this market.
High-tech turbines
A wind turbine transforms the power of the wind into electrical energy. The M5000 is the most powerful offshore turbine available, capable of generating 5MW of power.
Specifically designed for the marine environment, it comprises the following elements:
- The mast, made up of 3 segments, enables the turbine to capture the strong winds that are found at higher altitudes in the atmosphere.
- The nacelle, situated at the top of the mast, houses the components that are necessary for operation of the turbine.
- The rotor, to which three blades are attached. The wind causes the blades to rotate and turn a mechanical shaft. After passing through an acceleration mechanism called the speed increaser, this energy is converted into electricity by the generator.
- The turbines used in the Alpha Ventus project stand on a 3-legged tripod that is 45m-high, and weighs 1,700 tons.
Did you know?
The AREVA M5000 is manufactured and certified according to the latest international standards (DIN ISO 9001 certificate and GL Offshore 2005).
Offshore turbine - 3D presentation
The AREVA M5000 combines everything that makes a high quality offshore wind energy plant stand out: reliability, efficiency and high performance. Its technology is tried and tested and perfectly tailored to the conditions on the open sea. The M5000 is manufactured and certified according to the latest international standards (DIN ISO 9001 certificate).
AREVA Wind dossier de presse - Appel d'offre
Le groupe a développé une technologie de pointe, l’éolienne M5000 de 5 MW spécialement conçue pour les parcs en haute mer à grande échelle, pour devenir un acteur majeur sur le marché émergent de l’énergie éolienne offshore.
