The expansion of Port of Cromarty Firth will make it the first port able to make floating offshore wind turbines on site and at scale in the UK, backed by a grant from the Floating Offshore Wind Manufacturing Investment Scheme (FLOWMIS). Grant funding from UK government into Scotland’s floating offshore wind sector to drive growth … Continue reading UK unlocks floating offshore wind power with major investment for Scottish port
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Iberdrola explores electrification of UK offshore wind operations
Offshore windfarms could be serviced by battery-powered zero-emission vessels charged from the windfarm’s very own turbines in the future, a study by leading green energy company, ScottishPower Renewables, and Stillstrom by Maersk has found. The study is the first in a series of three commissioned by ScottishPower Renewables (SPR) to explore options for decarbonising offshore … Continue reading Iberdrola explores electrification of UK offshore wind operations
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Global offshore wind to see significant growth in 2025 with 19 GW added
The global offshore wind industry is projected to see a strong rebound in 2025, with 19 gigawatts (GW) added and total investments expected to reach $80 billion.This follows a slowdown in 2024, when new installations declined to about 8 GW, down 2 GW from the previous year. The resurgence is primarily driven by a record … Continue reading Global offshore wind to see significant growth in 2025 with 19 GW added
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Wind energy in Europe: 2024 Statistics and the outlook for 2025-2030
Europe installed 16.4 GW of new wind power capacity in 2024. The EU-27 installed 12.9 GW of this. 84% of the new wind capacity built in Europe last year was onshore. 2.6 GW of new offshore wind power capacity was connected to the grid. Europe now has 285 GW of wind power capacity, 248 GW … Continue reading Wind energy in Europe: 2024 Statistics and the outlook for 2025-2030
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Germany led Europe in wind turbine installations in 2024
Germany led Europe in wind turbine installations in 2024Germany installed more wind turbines than any other European country in 2024, maintaining its position as the leader in wind power, according to industry association WindEurope. With new onshore and offshore installations totalling more than 4 gigawatts (GW), Germany was ahead of the UK, which installed around … Continue reading Germany led Europe in wind turbine installations in 2024
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Colombia obtains 69 areas for the first round of offshore wind energy
Colombia announced that it managed to obtain 69 areas for the first round of wind energy in the Colombian sea, an initiative led by the Ministry of Mines and Energy, the General Maritime Directorate (DIMAR) and the National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH). According to the Ministry of Mines and Energy, the deadline established for the nomination … Continue reading Colombia obtains 69 areas for the first round of offshore wind energy
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EDP Renewables postpones offshore wind project in the US until 2029 due to Donald Trump
EDP Renewables announced the four-year postponement of the Southcoast Wind project, which plans to install 2.4 GW of offshore wind energy off the coast of Massachusetts. Initially scheduled to begin in 2025 and be operational in 2030, construction is expected to begin in 2029. The decision was made due to the uncertainty generated by the … Continue reading EDP Renewables postpones offshore wind project in the US until 2029 due to Donald Trump
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Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners acquires Morecambe, a fixed-bottom offshore wind project in the United Kingdom
Morecambe is a 480MW advanced stage fixed bottom offshore wind project with good fundamentals and located off the west coast of England. Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), on behalf of its fund Copenhagen Infrastructure V (CI V), has signed a transaction to acquire the full ownership of offshore wind project Morecambe from COBRA Group, and Flotation … Continue reading Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners acquires Morecambe, a fixed-bottom offshore wind project in the United Kingdom
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Intelligent drones increase offshore wind efficiency
Artificial intelligence combined with drones offers significant advantages for offshore wind. Advanced AI technologies not only enhance safety and efficiency of offshore activities but also reduce emissions and lower operational costs. AI-equipped drones perform complex inspections, maintenance, and cargo delivery, enabling wind turbines to perform at their peak. New applications and capacities of drones frequently … Continue reading Intelligent drones increase offshore wind efficiency
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Proposed reforms by the UK Government to pave the way for wind power by 2030
These reforms would create an energy system with lower bills for households and businesses for the long-term, say the Government. The proposals being consulted on include: The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero says that despite the three largest offshore wind farm projects, the nation must secure even more to deliver clean power by … Continue reading Proposed reforms by the UK Government to pave the way for wind power by 2030
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For now, US wind energy developers are in a state of paralysis
The Biden-era push into wind energy has stalled under President Trump, who has suspended federal permits and leases for wind projects, leaving major developers in limbo. As the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reports, companies including TotalEnergies, Shell and Orsted have shelved projects or recorded billions of dollars in impairments due to the uncertainty. “We’re not … Continue reading For now, US wind energy developers are in a state of paralysis
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Swaywind partners with EcoGen Energy to launch 14 new offshore wind turbines
Swaywind, a leading wind farm company specializing in the construction and management of wind energy projects, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with EcoGen Energy, a renowned renewable energy solutions provider. Together, the companies will launch 14 new offshore wind turbines, marking a significant step forward in the expansion of clean energy infrastructure. This … Continue reading Swaywind partners with EcoGen Energy to launch 14 new offshore wind turbines
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Nick Krakoff: Wind energy is common sense, unlike the bills to thwart it
New Hampshire shouldn’t shut the door on thousands of new jobs, lower electricity rates and an independent, home-grown energy future, but that’s exactly what two bills in front of the Legislature would force us to do. The most radical legislation, House Bill 575, would have actually made offshore wind a crime, but in a victory … Continue reading Nick Krakoff: Wind energy is common sense, unlike the bills to thwart it
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Wind turbine installation vessels for fourth-generation offshore wind power delivered in eastern China
Two homegrown fourth-generation wind turbine installation vessels, the latest generation in the world, have been delivered in Nantong City of east China’s Jiangsu Province, boasting strong resistance to wind and waves and a 30 percent increase in installation speed compared with the third generation. With certification for unrestricted navigation, the two vessels, officially known as … Continue reading Wind turbine installation vessels for fourth-generation offshore wind power delivered in eastern China
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EDF abandons Atlantic Shores offshore wind power project over Trump
French energy giant EDF announced it has written down $940 million in the value of its stake in the Atlantic Shores wind energy project off New Jersey, after its erstwhile partner Shell pulled out of its $1 billion investment in January. With the new Trump administration’s hostility to offshore wind projects, Shell’s continuing pivot away … Continue reading EDF abandons Atlantic Shores offshore wind power project over Trump
Continue readingUK unveils CfD reforms aimed at boosting offshore wind energy
The UK government is trying to pave the way for more offshore wind projects, and today launched a consultation on proposed reforms for this year’s AR7 Contracts for Difference (CfD) auction. The UK is already home to the world’s three largest operational offshore wind farm projects, but must secure more to deliver clean energy by … Continue reading UK unveils CfD reforms aimed at boosting offshore wind energy
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Vietnam to develop offshore wind power after 2030
The Vietnamese Ministry of Industry and Trade has proposed delaying the development of offshore wind power until after 2030, instead of meeting the initial target of 6,000 MW within the next five years. At a meeting of the appraisal council for the revised National Power Development Plan VIII (PDP VIII) on Wednesday, Minister of Industry … Continue reading Vietnam to develop offshore wind power after 2030
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DNV launches joint industry project on ground investigations for offshore wind turbines
DNV has launched a joint industry project to collaborate in delivering a recommended practice that provides clear guidance on the expectations for projects adopting a holistic approach to improve ground characterization for offshore wind developments. This initiative will be part of the ambitious join industry project (JIP) Ground Investigation for Floating Wind (GIFT). DNV has … Continue reading DNV launches joint industry project on ground investigations for offshore wind turbines
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Siemens Gamesa to expand its blade manufacturing plant in France for 14 MW wind turbines
Siemens Gamesa is committing around EUR 200 million to expand its offshore wind blade factory in Le Havre, France, to support the production of blades for 14 MW wind turbines.The expanded facility will focus on producing 115-metre-long blades (B115) for 14 MW turbines, with more than 16 GW of firm orders secured, according to the … Continue reading Siemens Gamesa to expand its blade manufacturing plant in France for 14 MW wind turbines
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Ørsted starts offshore construction of 920 MW offshore wind farms in Taiwan
Ørsted now commences the offshore construction for the Greater Changhua 2b and 4 offshore wind farms in Taiwan. The landmark project will deliver 920 MW of clean energy, which significantly contribute to Taiwan’s energy transition goal. The Greater Changhua 2b and 4 wind farms will use the piling-free technology of suction bucket jacket foundation technology … Continue reading Ørsted starts offshore construction of 920 MW offshore wind farms in Taiwan
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