From March 1, 2019, Northumbrian Water will source 30% of its renewable electricity directly from the Race Bank Offshore Wind Farm, off the coast of Norfolk. The move further drives the company's sustainable and renewable energy strategy, building upon its existing solar, hydro, gas to grid and advanced anaerobic digestion (AAD) power generation.
As well as supporting the growth of Northumbrian Water's renewable energy activity, the agreement will help drive down costs of operation through a long-term fixed price for electricity.
Graham Southall, Northumbrian Water's Group Commercial Director, said: "This PPA is not only a first of its kind in the UK; more importantly it aligns perfectly with our sustainability goals and our ambitions of creating a truly cohesive energy management strategy. The long-term stability this brings is fantastic for us, and great news for our customers and stakeholders, because it reduces operational costs without compromising our work."