The Government has given the green light for the construction of three offshore wind farms off the coast of Yorkshire.

Hornsea Project One will have a maximum capacity of 1200MW. Once built, it will generate enough electricity to power more than 800,000 homes.

Energy and Climate Change Secretary Ed Davey said: "With around 2,500 local green jobs on the horizon, this is another great boost for Yorkshire and Lincolnshire.


"Making the most of Britain's home grown energy is crucial to creating job and business opportunities in the UK, getting the best deal for consumers and reducing our reliance on foreign imports. Wind power is vital to this plan, with £14.5 billion invested since 2010 into an industry which supports 35,400 jobs."

Based 64 miles off the coast of Yorkshire, the project was one of eight renewable energy projects awarded an early Contract for Difference (CFD) in April 2014. The investment contracts are a major part of the Government’s world leading Electricity Market Reform programme.

Consent was provided on the condition that the project has an employment and skills plan approved by North Lincolnshire Council, which includes local advertising of jobs and supply chain opportunities and outreach employment presentations.

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