GE Vernova, the energy division of General Electric, announced on Tuesday that it will supply 14 of its high-capacity onshore wind turbines for two major renewable energy projects in northern Japan.

The 4.2-megawatt, 117m turbines will power the Iwaya and Shitsukari wind farms in Higashidori, Aomori Prefecture, as part of a collaboration with Eurus Energy, one of Japan’s leading renewable energy developers.

The deal, secured in late 2024, will help Japan inch closer to its goal of increasing renewable energy’s share in the national electricity mix to 38 percent by 2030, as outlined in the government’s Sixth Strategic Energy Plan. Once operational in 2028, the two wind farms will bring GE Vernova’s total wind energy capacity in Japan to an impressive 1.8 gigawatts.

A Landmark Collaboration

Gilan Sabatier, chief commercial officer of GE Vernova’s Onshore Wind business, identified the project as a testament to the company’s commitment to advancing renewable energy solutions.

“We appreciate the trust Eurus has shown in our GE Vernova technology,” Sabatier said. “We are pleased to support them on this project and look forward to enhancing our partnership as we continue to deliver renewable energy in Japan and beyond.”

Eurus Energy Executive Vice President Masaru Akiyoshi expressed gratitude to the local community and stakeholders. “We look forward to working with GE Vernova to build this new wind farm in Aomori, further strengthening our commitment to renewable energy development,” he said.

Supporting Japan’s Energy Transition

The Iwaya and Shitsukari wind farms highlighted Japan’s ongoing pivot toward renewable energy in a region known for its abundant wind resources. This partnership with Eurus Energy aligns with GE Vernova’s broader mission of driving global decarbonization.

With a total installed base exceeding 120 gigawatts globally, GE Vernova is at the forefront of delivering next-generation wind technology, providing the Haliade-X platform, its offshore wind turbine, and the next-generation 3-MW onshore wind turbine, as well as maintenance solutions and life extension optionality.