Flex2power

Flex2power is an elastic, offshore floating steel foundation that produces energy from wind, waves and the sun

Solar

Offshore wind

Technology concept/solution:
‍Flex2power is a slim and elastic floating foundation of steel and concrete at sea for production of energy from renewable sources such as wind, waves and sun. The floating foundation is square with a distance of 306 meters between wind turbines in each corner, and the foundation will float on the sea like a blanket. Wind, waves and currents causes the floating foundation to move 24/7. The energy from this movement is converted into electricity via hydraulic systems and generators. Solar panels are mounted on top of each generator-room and produce electricity from solar energy. The concept is unique because it combines energy production from several renewable sources by occupying a very small sea-area. This makes the concept both cost-effective and area-efficient.

Owner:
Rosenberg Worley AS

Partners:
‍Flexible Floating Systems AS, IKM gruppen, University of Stavanger, Hentec AS, Vestas, Nøste AS, DNV

‍Funding:
‍Rosenberg Worley AS, Flexible Floating Systems AS, Innovation Norway, Norwegian Research Council

Timeline:
2019 - 2026

Phase:
‍Conceptualisation - development and testing - demonstration and validation - commercialization

Contact: Knut Høiland