SolarDuck: Leading Innovation in Floating Solar Energy

2025-04-09 green

Netherlands, Wednesday, 9 April 2025.
Dutch company SolarDuck, recognized among the Top 250 Greentech Companies, is spearheading the energy transition with modular and scalable offshore solar systems. The North Sea hosts their first large offshore solar project.

Dutch-Norwegian Innovation in Maritime Solar

Founded in 2019 as a spin-off from Damen Shipyards, SolarDuck has established itself as a Dutch-Norwegian cleantech pioneer with operations spanning the Netherlands, Norway, and Japan [2]. The company’s innovative approach to renewable energy addresses the critical challenge of land scarcity by taking solar technology offshore, demonstrating remarkable progress since launching their first demonstrator in April 2023 [2].

Groundbreaking North Sea Project

The company achieved a significant milestone on April 7, 2025, with the launch of their first large-scale offshore floating solar project in the North Sea. CEO Joep Schoof emphasized this project’s importance in demonstrating the viability of offshore floating solar solutions [1]. Their Merganser platform, currently being tested at the North Sea Farmers site, boasts an impressive 520 kWp installed capacity [5].

Global Expansion and Future Projects

SolarDuck’s ambitious vision includes reaching a total capacity of 1 GW by 2030 [1]. The company is actively expanding its presence in the Mediterranean region, targeting markets including Italy, Greece, Malta, and the coastal areas of France and Spain [2]. Additionally, plans are underway for the company’s first pilot project in Japan, marking a significant step in their international expansion [2].

Financial Backing and Recognition

The company’s innovative approach has attracted substantial financial support, with a €15 million investment secured in January 2024 to facilitate the delivery of their first commercial floating solar projects [6]. This funding, combined with their recent recognition among TIME and Statista’s Top 250 Greentech Companies of 2025, positions SolarDuck at the forefront of sustainable energy innovation [1].

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