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The Scottish Government has opened a public consultation on a revised Sectoral Marine Plan for Offshore Wind Energy (SMP-OWE), which will guide future offshore wind developments around Scotland. The plan aims to balance renewable energy expansion with the needs of nature, coastal communities, and other marine users.
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The Global Renewables Alliance has published a report outlining actions needed by governments and companies to enable access to renewable energy across the Asia-Pacific region. It recommends regulatory and market changes to support wider uptake of 24/7 carbon-free energy in South Korea, India, Japan, Thailand, and Vietnam.
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Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston has proposed a major offshore wind initiative, dubbed Wind West, aimed at scaling up Canada’s clean energy capacity. The plan outlines construction of enough offshore wind turbines to generate 40GW of electricity over the next decade—an output equivalent to around 27% of Canada's current electricity demand.
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The Global Renewables Alliance (GRA) has launched a Global Coalition and a Brazilian Renewable Energy Mobilisation Committee to support the COP30 Presidency. The initiative aims to strengthen the role of the private sector in international climate negotiations through strategic, technical and policy input.
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Spain installed 1,186 MW of new wind power capacity in 2024—nearly double the 675 MW added in 2023—bringing the country’s total to 31,679 MW. Wind generation covered 23% of national electricity demand in 2024, with total output exceeding 59,300 GWh, making wind the leading source in the electricity mix.
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A consultation has opened on how offshore wind projects are planned and delivered in Scotland, following the publication of a draft update to the Sectoral Marine Plan for Offshore Wind Energy (SMP-OWE). The revised plan aims to balance environmental protection, community interests and the needs of other sea users.
- UK offshore energy workforce faces sharp decline without urgent action, says RGU report
- USA clean power sector adds 7.4 GW in Q1 2025
- MEASNET publishes report on anemometer calibration proficiency test
- Wind Energy Ireland warns urgent action needed to safeguard offshore wind ambitions
- Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam sign agreement to explore cross-border renewable electricity trade
- Wind power gains ground in USA electricity mix in early 2025
- ACP criticises House vote to cut clean energy tax credits
- Floating wind developers scale back as confidence drops amid delays and financial barriers
- New study warns of major risks in Germany’s current offshore wind auction model
- Over 6,500 new offshore wind jobs needed in East of England by 2030, report finds
- Clean energy manufacturing supports jobs and growth across the USA
- Denmark sets framework for 3 GW offshore wind tender
- Norway launches first floating offshore wind tender for Utsira Nord site
- Regional plans highlight offshore wind supply chain growth across UK coastal clusters
- Proposed us budget bill presents obstacles for renewable energy sector
- Taiwan round 3.2 offshore wind developers submit contracts
- Global wind turbine installations reached 127 GW in 2024
- Baltic Sea Transmission System Operators outline offshore grid roadmap
- UK Parliament approves Great British Energy legislation
- ACP report highlights role of clean power in USA economy
- Future of Scottish offshore wind at critical juncture
- ACP responds to tax proposals advanced by House Ways And Means Committee
- ACP appoints Artealia Gilliard as Chief Communications Officer
- Solar and wind made up 100% of new generating capacity in USA during March 2025
- Crown Estate capacity increase could add 4.7GW to offshore wind projects
- Companies partner with Global Renewables Alliance to drive action on energy transition
- US states challenge Trump order halting wind energy approvals
- Clean energy investment and job growth decline in USA under new federal policies
- Baltic States can produce seven times more energy than is needed for their self-consumption
- Energy industry anticipates near-term instability, but long-term optimism remains
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