The Minesto event attracted a broad range of stakeholders, among Faroese suppliers, energy companies, academia, authorities, politicians, and the business community in general.
“With world-class tidal stream resources, marine operations skills, and strong local partners, Faroe Islands are an ideal location for the first build-out of Minesto’s dragon farms. Selecting Faroe Islands as our step-in market is also motivated by the strong political will and our partner SEVs determination to take the energy transition all the way to net-zero,” said Martin Edlund, CEO of Minesto.
“The collaboration with Minesto is of great value to us; together, we are pioneering tidal energy. Our vision is to reach 100% sustainable electricity generation, and tidal power with its predictable power has the potential to be the key enabler to reach the target,” commented Hákun Djuurhus, CEO of Sev.
Martin Edlund presented how Minesto’s dragons contribute to the Faroe Islands’ electricity mix by lowering total investment needs and providing supply security to enable the renewable transition. Martin Edlund described the need for local collaboration and investments:
“The Hestjord Dragon Farm will be a first-of-a-kind tidal energy array. We actively work with Sev and the Faroese community with site development to plan for infrastructure and obtain vital permits. There is a genuine interest from Faroese investors and actors in becoming a part of this journey,” said Martin Edlund.
“Realizing the Hestfjord dragon farm is a joint work, also outlined in the collaboration agreement between Sev and Minesto. Sev’s role in the Hestfjord project includes providing onshore grid infrastructure and, of course, willingness to buy the electricity produced,” said Hákun Djurhuus.
“We congratulate Minesto for a successful event at the Nordic House, attracting many actors and stakeholders and creating an open and interesting discussion, also acknowledging the challenges ahead. We look forward to continued collaboration with Minesto regarding the realization of the world’s first tidal “Dragon” farm of 10 MW in Hestfjord,” concluded Hákun Djurhuus.
