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The energy system of tomorrow

An innovative offshore wind and solar project in the North Sea. Zeevonk integrates a hydrogen system that helps reduce pressure on the electricity grid while supporting the decarbonisation of heavy industry. It is expected to contribute around 7% of the Netherlands’ current electricity consumption and significantly expand the country’s offshore wind capacity. 

Our pillars

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Our timeline

2024

Permit

The permit has been granted and initial studies have started.

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2024
2025-2026

Design

The design has been completed and the first procurement processes have been carried out.

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2025-2026
2027-2028

Construction

Offshore and onshore construction has started.

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2027-2028
Eind 2029

Operational

Zeevonk Phase 1 is operational and supplies renewable energy to the Netherlands and surrounding regions.

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Eind 2029
2032

Phase 2 expansion

An additional 1 GW of offshore wind is delivered, completing the wind farm capacity.

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2032
2032+

System integration

Up to 500 MW of system integration capacity is deployed, including electrolyser infrastructure.

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2032+

Vattenfall is an energy company with a strong presence in the Netherlands, where it supplies electricity and heat to households and businesses.
The company focuses on developing and operating renewable energy and combines production, infrastructure and customer supply. In projects such as Zeevonk, it works on integrating large-scale renewable generation into the Dutch energy system, supporting the shift away from fossil fuels.

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Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) is an investment manager specialising in large-scale renewable energy and energy infrastructure. The company develops and finances projects such as offshore wind, solar energy, energy storage and hydrogen production. In the Netherlands, it partners with Vattenfall on Zeevonk, contributing financial structuring and project development expertise to support the rollout of integrated energy systems.

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“The energy transition is about more than just more renewable power. It’s about making sure supply and demand actually match up. That’s exactly what we’re doing at Zeevonk. We aren't just building another offshore wind farm. We’re creating a direct link between large-scale wind energy and hydrogen production. This allows us to turn peaks in renewable output into green hydrogen, taking the pressure off the grid. At the same time, we're helping industries and transport sectors that are hard to electrify finally decarbonize. It’s also crucial that supply and demand grow at the same pace. That’s why we’re building the 2 GW offshore wind farm capacity in two steps. Zeevonk strengthens our energy security by reducing dependence on imported fossil fuels and making better use of domestic renewable energy.”
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Felix Würtenberger

CEO Zeevonk

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Zeevonk different from other energy parks?

Zeevonk combines multiple technologies into one integrated offshore energy system. It connects offshore wind directly to electrolysis for hydrogen production and adds floating solar within the same area. This approach improves the use of infrastructure and reduces reliance on the electricity grid. Instead of only supplying electricity to shore, part of the energy is converted into hydrogen for industrial use and energy storage.

How much energy can the Zeevonk project generate?

The offshore wind farm has a total capacity of around 2 GW. With typical North Sea capacity factors of approximately 45–55%, this translates into roughly 8–10 TWh of electricity per year. This is enough to cover around 7% of current Dutch electricity demand, equivalent to more than 2 million households.

Where does the energy go?

Part of the electricity is transported to shore via high-voltage cables and fed into the Dutch electricity grid. Another part is used to produce hydrogen through electrolysis. This hydrogen is transported to industrial clusters, such as the Port of Rotterdam, where it replaces fossil-based hydrogen and supports decarbonisation in sectors that are difficult to electrify.

Who is involved in the Zeevonk project?

Zeevonk is a joint venture between Vattenfall and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners. In addition, a wide range of partners are involved, including turbine suppliers, offshore construction companies, research institutions, government bodies and industrial off-takers. This collaboration ensures the development, integration and operation of the full energy system.

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