The Clean energy for EU islands secretariat has released two new technical assistance reports designed to support the clean energy transition on Fejø, a small Danish island and participant in the Secretariat’s ‘30 for 2030’ programme. These publications address practical questions around financing, local ownership structures, and site-specific impacts associated with renewable energy projects, reflecting the secretariat’s ongoing commitment to empowering island communities in the shift to sustainable energy systems.
The first report, Funding and local ownership of renewable energy and energy systems, examines strategies that could help Fejø accelerate its energy transition through decentralised renewable energy generation. The study explores options for securing funding and structuring ownership arrangements that deliver local economic as well as environmental benefits. Scenarios assessed in the report include community ownership models, public-private partnerships, and tools such as renewable energy communities that can leverage both capital and community engagement. The aim is to identify mechanisms that align financial viability with Fejø’s aspirations for local control and stakeholder participation in its clean energy future.
The second publication, Analysis of noise, shadow flicker and visual influence for the Fejø wind project, presents a technical assessment of environmental impacts associated with proposed wind farm configurations on the island. Four potential layouts of wind turbines — totalling around 2 MW of installed capacity — were evaluated for acoustic effects, shadow flicker (the alternating light and shade caused by rotating blades), and visual influence. Using industry-standard modelling tools such as WindPRO, the analysis found that noise levels are unlikely to pose a significant risk under Danish regulatory guidelines. However, the study notes that shadow flicker could present concerns for at least one receptor location and suggests mitigation measures such as detection systems and targeted curtailment during specific conditions.
Both reports reinforce the role of targeted technical assistance in helping islands like Fejø tackle the unique challenges of renewable deployment, from financial structuring to environmental planning. By providing evidence-based guidance and practical recommendations, the secretariat supports local energy transition teams in making informed decisions that balance technological opportunity with community priorities and regulatory compliance.
Both reports are available here: Analysis of noise, shadow flicker and visual influence for the Fejø wind project and Fejø - Funding and local ownership of renewable energy and energy systems