We have performed a DNV certified, detailed metocean study for the Princess Elisabeth Zone (PEZ) in the Belgian North Sea, establishing essential meteorological and oceanographic data and made publicly available through an online data portal.
One of the key outcomes are the establishment of long-term time series for wind, waves, currents, and water levels. These data help assess normal and extreme conditions, such as hydraulic design loads and operational availability. Additionally, the study includes an analysis of wake effects, climate change, and marine growth.
The analysis of the data reveals that the PEZ benefits from wind speeds favorable for wind energy but also experiences extreme weather conditions that could impact the construction and operation of wind turbines.
Finally, all results have been integrated into a user-friendly web-based data portal, providing project developers with easy access to high-quality and detailed metocean data. This enables them to make informed decisions and minimize risks in the development of sustainable energy projects in the North Sea.
Link to online dataportal:
https://metoceandata.org/
Link to report and results of 6 reference locations:
https://offshore.digital-database.economie.fgov.be/#/category/60
