Offshore Wind Training Course Brazil

Discover the Brazilian offshore wind energy market with DNV’s training course: From Design To Operation

Learn about the Brazilian offshore wind energy market, technology, and key project lifecycle aspects at a two-day training course on August 29 and 30, 2024.

The agenda and course details include subjects ranging from design to operation and are provided below.

The sessions will last from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

The training session will take place in Rio de Janeiro.

The investment is BRL 5,500, and seats and venue are confirmed after payment.

Important information:

  • Presentations will be given in either Portuguese or English, with the material exclusively in English
  • Since offshore wind is a multidisciplinary topic, training will be led by a selection of global and local instructors, each of whom will bring a unique perspective to the audience
  • There won't be a simultaneous translation available, hence proficiency in English is required.

Local context

Brazil has a huge potential to develop its offshore wind industry, thanks to its favorable natural conditions, well developed offshore sector, wind technology sector, and potentially clear pathway for developing a new renewable sector. Offshore wind can have a positive impact in satisfying growing electricity demand, supporting grid infrastructure, supporting the growth of a green hydrogen industry, strengthening and developing offshore economic activities, and supporting decarbonization of the energy mix.

Why DNV’s offshore wind training course?

Our carefully curated training course is guided by our Global and Brazilian offshore wind industry experts, who have extensive experience in the industry and offer unparalleled insights rooted in DNV’s legacy in the global offshore wind industry. With DNV’s proven track record in advisory, financial due diligence, and certification, our course goes beyond theory.

Course information

The course is organized according to the logic of the development cycle or the asset component. Each block contains several brief modules that highlight the essential elements, following either the development cycle or the component level.

Detailed agenda

Day 1

  • Introduction and context offshore wind market
  • Elements of an Offshore Wind Farm & business case approach
  • Siting and Site Characterization I – Geophysical and Geotechnical Surveys
  • Siting and Site Characterization II – Metocean Studies and Wind Energy Assessments
  • Leasing & Permitting
  • Procurement Strategies & Supply Chain
  • Study case #1

Day 2

  • Turbine Technology
  • Project Design - Fixed Bottom Foundations
  • Ports & Construction Logistics
  • Vessels
  • Cable Installation and Protection
  • Electrical Balance of Plant and Transmission
  • Operations
  • Study case #2

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