Living Green - Episode 32 - Vattenfall Wind Farm

The video discusses the construction of offshore wind farms, highlighting the ideal conditions at sea for such projects. It focuses on Vattenfall's project, which is set to become the largest offshore wind farm in the world, located off the Kent coast. The video also provides technical details about the monopiles used in the construction, including their depth and weight specifications.

Why is the sea considered an ideal location for wind farms?

• Due to the presence of marine life.

• Because of the high winds and ample space available.

• Because it is easier to build structures in water.

• Due to the proximity to urban areas.

Which company is responsible for constructing the largest offshore wind farm?

• Iberdrola

• General Electric

• Vattenfall

• Siemens

Where is the largest offshore wind farm being constructed?

• Off the Kent coast

• Off the coast of California

• Near the Great Barrier Reef

• In the North Sea

How deep are the monopiles sunk into the seabed at the Thanet offshore wind farm?

• 5 to 10 metres

• 40 to 50 metres

• 25 to 30 metres

• 10 to 15 metres

What is the typical weight range of the monopiles used in the Thanet offshore wind farm?

• 500 to 600 tonnes

• 350 to 485 tonnes

• 200 to 300 tonnes

• 100 to 200 tonnes