Complex System for Monitoring Environmental Factors at the Galata Platform in the Black Sea

Offshore wind represents a highly efficient, environmentally friendly, and scalable source of power. In the offshore area, wind turbines are usually anchored on the seabed at less than 50 meters depth. However, floating offshore wind technology is anticipated to revolutionize energy production in deeper ocean areas. Within the Black Sea FLoating Offshore Wind (BLOW) project, the main goal is to analyze the efficiency of capturing the wind potential in the Black Sea basin. It aims to achieve this by showcasing an innovative and cost-effective floating unit tailored for low-to medium-wind speed conditions in the Black Sea. The project’s pilot initiative seeks to enhance regional energy security while improving the cost-effectiveness of wind energy. This is proposed through the integration of turbines and floats into a semi-submersible structure with a pyramid design. Additionally, the project will feature advanced elements such as an innovative mooring system, subsea monitoring with predictive maintenance, a digital twin for operational optimization, and grid integration control techniques. The BLOW project aims to implement a pilot project involving a 5 MW wind turbine in the Black Sea. The transition to sustainable energy in the region will be accelerated by stimulating synergies with the oil and gas sector, as well as developing cross-border policy. The energy cost price level estimated by BLOW varies between 87 EUR/MWh and 50 EUR/MWh (until 2028 and after 2030). The impact on environmental factors will be reduced by at least $40 \%$ through the innovative construction.