Innovation and ballast: Stability and maintenance of floating wind turbines

The stability of wind float turbines is maintained by ballast, moving water between three massive columns that form the floating platforms. This stability enables the turbines to withstand waves up to 20 meters and winds over 100 kilometers per hour. The platforms are anchored to the ocean floor with cables, allowing them to operate farther from shore in water that is approximately 100 meters deep. Additionally, these floating turbines can be easily floated back to shore for maintenance and avoid the issues faced by onshore wind farms, such as opposition from nearby residents. This development has significant implications for the climate transition and represents an important step in combatting climate change.