Taiwan's 920 MW Wind Farm Completes Installation in 9 Months

The final wind turbine is now standing at Taiwan's Greater Changhua offshore wind farm, marking a major milestone in clean energy just nine months after construction began.

Ørsted completed the installation of 66 massive wind turbines at its Greater Changhua 2b and 4 wind farms, located 35 to 60 kilometers off the coast of Changhua County. The 920 megawatt project finished its turbine installation in only 275 days, an impressive feat given the challenging conditions in the Taiwan Strait.

This isn't just another wind farm. Greater Changhua is the first offshore wind project anywhere in the world to use Siemens Gamesa's powerful 14 MW wind turbines with 115-meter-long blades. The project also pioneered the use of suction bucket jacket foundations at scale in the Asia-Pacific region, a technology that reduces environmental impact during installation.

The speed of construction surprised even industry experts. Offshore work started in February 2025, with the first turbine installed in April using a newly built vessel called Wind Maker. The farm produced its first power by July, and full commercial operation is expected by the third quarter of 2026.

The Ripple Effect

This wind farm will directly power Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (TSMC), one of the world's largest chip manufacturers, under an agreement signed back in 2020. As tech companies race to meet climate goals, this partnership shows how renewable energy can scale to meet massive industrial demand.

The project's success also demonstrates what's possible when engineering teams tackle difficult conditions head-on. Managing Director Jayaram Naidu credited disciplined execution, careful risk management, and strong safety practices for completing such a large installation within a single weather window.

Taiwan is rapidly becoming a leader in offshore wind energy across Asia. The country's commitment to renewable power is creating jobs, advancing technology, and proving that island nations can generate clean electricity even in challenging ocean environments.

When Greater Changhua reaches full operation later this year, it will generate enough renewable electricity to power hundreds of thousands of homes while helping Taiwan's tech industry reduce its carbon footprint.