"Statnett sees great value in joining OCEaN, the leading European forum for sustainable development of offshore grids and energy. As a member of RGI, and being the system operator and planning authority for the offshore grid in Norway, Statnett appreciates the opportunity to collaborate with OCEaN members to achieve the speed and scale needed in the offshore grid development whilst respecting communities and protecting nature."

"Our world is facing two environmental crises that are intrinsically linked: biodiversity loss and ecosystem degradation are accelerating climate change, while at the same time climate change itself is increasing the stresses on our natural systems and biodiversity. To tackle these together, the acceleration of renewable energy production is of utmost importance – but in an environmentally friendly manner. As a global leading player in offshore wind, we are fully aware of the responsibility that comes with ensuring an effective balance. And we know that a healthy coexistence of renewable energy production and nature requires a coordinated effort, like emphasising the importance of conducting site-specific EIAs to ensure an environmentally sound expansion of offshore wind. I am therefore very pleased that RWE has become a full member of OCEaN. This is a great opportunity for RWE, both to contribute our knowledge and expertise and to learn from others, paving the best way forward, together."