Goldman Sachs
May 22, 2026
Utilities Daily: Danish Offshore Tender and US Grid Strains
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This report highlights a 1.8 GW Danish offshore wind tender and warns of US grid strains caused by data center growth. It reiterates a bullish 'super cycle' outlook for European utility investments driven by AI and electrification.
Key Takeaways
- 1.Bids have been submitted for 1.8 GW of offshore wind capacity in Denmark, with a decision expected by January 2027.
- 2.US data center development is significantly straining the grid, with 78 GW of committed load far exceeding pipeline generation capacity.
- 3.European utilities are entering a 'super cycle' driven by AI, data centers, and the electrification of industrial processes.
Table of Contents
- Research you can't miss from past two weeks
- Bids submitted for 1.8 GW Danish Offshore tender
- Datacenter development straining US Grid, Wood Mackenzie report
- Other News
- Research you need to read
- Disclosure Appendix
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Authors
Alberto GandolfiAjay PatelMafalda PombeiroDhwani KhenwarLawrence Lavizani
Securities
RWEEnelFortumORSTEDSolariaEOANENRELI
Themes
Utility Super CycleData Center Power DemandGrid Infrastructure Modernization
Regions
EuropeNorth AmericaDenmarkUnited StatesItaly
