Blue Growth Research Lab
Knowledge Institute
Ghent University
Address
Bluebridge, Wetenschapspark 1, 8400 Ostend
Our offshore wind expertise (general)
Broad expertise in ecological risk assessment of human activities, with a focus on offshore wind energy development.
Experienced in ecological modelling for both local and large-scale assessments of ecological impacts associated with offshore wind farms.
Extensive knowledge of marine ecological interactions.
Laboratory and field experience with phytoplankton and copepods.
Biofouling dynamics of marine organisms on artificial structures.
Our relevant equipment | tools | infrastructure
for offshore wind:
Wave Flume: An innovative and highly technological salt-water wave flume with dimensions of 20 m (length) x 1 m (width) x 0.7 m (depth). It can simulate regular and irregular waves and currents and is equipped with a wave making system, a powerful pump, and a removable double bottom for installation of sediment beds and fixation of floating structures. The flume has its own RAS and life support system and cooling (ambient range 16-23°C & water). Everything is resistant to seawater, which allows to work with living marine organisms, which is unique in Europe.
More information: https://www.ugent.be/marine/en/research-facilities
8.2.2 Environmental risk assessment
8.2.1 Ecosystem services and/or biodiversity modelling
8.2 Environmental impact analysis
8. Economic, Environmental and Social impact
Our offshore wind expertise (all lifecycle stages)
