CIP's Fengmiao Offshore Wind Project Deepens Industry–Academia Collaboration with Tunghai University and Feng Chia University

Fengmiao Offshore Wind Farm, led by Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners' 5th flagship fund, CI V, held the "Wind Rises in Taichung, Co-Creating Sustainability" event on 30 April to highlight its latest local development milestones in Taichung. The project also announced the signing of Memoranda Of Understanding (MOU) with Tunghai University and Feng Chia University to advance industry-academia collaboration, witnessed by representatives from the Energy Administration, Taichung City Government, Taichung District Fishermen’s Association, Coast Guard Administration Central Branch, and local community leaders.

Taichung City Secretary-General Chung-Tien Huang stated that the Fengmiao project represents a major milestone in Taiwan's renewable energy transition. With a combined installed capacity of 1.1 GW across its two phases, the project is expected to increase Taichung's renewable energy generation by over 50%.

Taichung City Secretary-General Huang Chung-tien stated that the Fengmiao project represents a major milestone in Taiwan's renewable energy transition. With a combined installed capacity of 1.1 GW across its 2 phases, the project is expected to increase Taichung's renewable energy generation by over 50%. He emphasized that Taichung's robust industrial supply chain makes it a critical hub for offshore wind development, and that collaboration with universities will help anchor advanced technologies locally while cultivating future talent to realize a sustainable city vision.

Located approximately 35 kilometers off the coast of Taichung, the Fengmiao wind farm will install 33 turbines with a total capacity of 500 MW. Since officially registering in Taichung in October 2025 and launching its central Taiwan office in December, the project has expanded engagement with local stakeholders. It has also committed NT$50 million to support SDG-aligned initiatives, including cultural, environmental, and creative industries, with funding already allocated to film and cultural foundations to enhance talent development and public cultural participation. In addition, the Nearshore Sustainable Development Fund will allocate at least NT$2 million annually during construction to support coastal environmental protection, education

Mark Wainwright, CEO of Fengmiao Offshore Wind Farm, noted that Taichung is not only the project's location but also CIP's long-term base for local engagement. From establishing the regional office and sustainability funds to signing academic partnerships, each step reflects CIP's commitment to the region. He added that key infrastructure—including onshore substations, foundation manufacturing, and construction port facilities—are all based in Taichung, injecting momentum into local industries. "CIP believes the value of offshore wind lies not only in delivering stable green energy, but also in growing with communities and nurturing future generations to advance the energy transition," he said.

Vice President Jo-Shu Chang of Tunghai University highlighted that the university's College of Management focuses on cultivating ethical, innovative, and leadership-driven talent. Through ESG-focused courses co-developed with the Fengmiao project, students will integrate management expertise with local development to implement shared sustainability goals. Dean Jau-Ming Su of Feng Chia University College of Construction and Development added that the university will collaborate on offshore wind micro-programs, combining practical industry experience with academic training to help students meet evolving industry demands.

【About Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP)】
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners P/S (CIP) is a fund management company specializing in energy infrastructure investments. Its core business areas include offshore wind, onshore wind, solar energy, biomass, energy transmission and distribution, and energy storage. CIP and its project portfolios maintain offices across Europe, Asia, the Americas, Australia, and Taiwan.
CIP manages a total of 13 funds with approximately EUR 33 billion in assets under management. The firm is currently supported by around 200 international institutional investors, including those from the Nordic region, continental Europe, the United Kingdom, the Americas, Asia, and Australia, as well as multilateral institutions such as the European Investment Bank (EIB).
CIP was established in 2012 by senior executives from the energy sector in partnership with PensionDanmark, one of Denmark's largest pension funds.

Source: CIP