First Deepwater offshore wind energy project in Guangdong Province

Yuendean Yangjiang Qingzhou 1 and 2

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AkzoNobel’s protective coatings from its International range are part of building the first deepwater offshore wind power projects in Guangdong Province.

The 1000 MW Yuedean Quingzhou projects 1 and 2, once completed, will be capable of providing around 4.3 billion KWH of clean energy generation per year. Alongside that, the project will save roughly 1.27 million tons of standard coal consumption and reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 3.28 million tons per year (when compared with coal-fired power plants of the same scale). A project of this size and location brings with it several challenges which were all overcome by using a market leading offshore coatings brand.

Some 350,000 litres of Interzinc 52, Intergard 475HS, Interfine 878, and Chartek 1709 from our International® product range are being used on the steel substation, with Interdur 8844 being used on the foundation.

Since the wind industry began more than 40 years ago, AkzoNobel continues to set the industry standard and lead the way with our extensive International® product range, which has been integral to offshore projects.

These effective and sustainable solutions alongside catering for all aspects of wind energy assets are what set AkzoNobel apart from its competitors, and demonstrates how the company connects the dots in the industry.

First Deepwater offshore wind energy project in Guangdong Province

Background information

Yuedean Qingzhou is an offshore wind farm being developed in two phases - Qingzhou 1 and 2 and collectively they will be the first deepwater offshore wind power projects in Guangdong Province (invested by Guangdong Energy Group).

As a whole, the project consists of 92 offshore wind turbines (37 are part of Qingzhou 1 and 55 are part of Qingzhou 2), alongside a 500 kV offshore substation and an onshore control center, and it represents a multi-billion euro investment. AkzoNobel’s International® brand was chosen because of the total global solutions we can offer and our continued trusted partnership and expertise.

The project

AkzoNobel was chosen to provide protective coating solutions for the steel substation and the foundation.

Products such as Interzinc® 52 alongside Intergard® 475HS and Interfine® 878 from International® ensure Yuedean Qingzhou’s wind energy assets are kept in optimum condition, providing essential corrosion protection and long-term structural integrity.

Interzinc® 52 provides excellent corrosion resistance, barrier protection, and withstands the conditions commonly encountered on offshore structures. These benefits lead to less costly repairs and touch-ups.

This case study is an example of how AkzoNobel combines its capabilities in specialised wind asset protection that is proven to be reliable in challenging environments, with its extensive portfolio and track records. This is AkzoNobel connecting the dots.

The results

This specific project development is especially important given its size, location, and continuing the positive reputation of the International® product range. It marks an important milestone in AkzoNobel’s efforts to become market leader for offshore wind in China.

Alongside providing 4.3 billion KWH of clean energy generation per year, the project is also equivalent to reconstructing about 4,500 hectares of forest. This project will also help make positive contributions to promoting high-quality development in western Guangdong and help the area build a clean, low-carbon, safe and efficient modern energy system.

As a whole, offshore wind farms contribute to the national “dual carbon” strategic goal and these wind farms in particular signify the development of far-reaching offshore and large-capacity offshore wind power projects in Guangdong and the whole country.

Connecting the Dots - Unleashing the full power of wind energy

With an unparalleled view of the industry, AkzoNobel brings its expertise to every part of your wind energy assets, as seen with the Yuedean Quingzhou projects 1 and 2. AkzoNobel will guide you from protective coating selection to application, techniques and beyond.