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According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), electricity demand in the USA is forecast to increase, led by growth in the commercial sector. Total demand is expected to rise by 1.2% in 2026 to 4,108 billion kilowatt-hours (BkWh), followed by a 3.3% increase in 2027 to 4,244 BkWh.
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Developers will now be able to apply for permits with subsidies for two offshore wind projects instead of one in the 2026 tender round. Applications will be submitted to the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) for the sites IJmuiden Ver Gamma-A and IJmuiden Ver Gamma-B. In January, RVO announced the permitting round for IJmuiden Ver Gamma-A. It is now confirmed that developers will also be able to apply this year for IJmuiden Ver Gamma-B. Each wind farm will have a capacity of 1 GW.
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The Japanese Government has introduced changes to its offshore wind development framework that expand the role of the state in conducting marine surveys prior to project auctions. The measures are linked to revisions in offshore wind legislation, including provisions covering development in exclusive economic zones, which are scheduled to take effect from April 2026.
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The French Government has launched new tenders for onshore and offshore wind energy as part of its third multiannual energy programme (PPE3). The programme targets a rise in electricity production, from 544 TWh in 2025 to between 650 TWh and 693 TWh by 2035, alongside a reduction in fossil fuel consumption to around 330 TWh.
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Oregonians have an additional month to provide input on the future of floating offshore wind energy in the state, including an option to pause development. State officials have extended the deadline for comments on the Oregon Offshore Wind Energy Roadmap from 3 April to 27 April.
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The DNV Energy Industry Insights 2026 report shows that renewable energy, including wind, solar and storage, continues to expand globally, although progress is becoming more uneven and regionally fragmented. Renewables remain on a strong growth trajectory, supported by increasing electricity demand and continued investment in clean energy infrastructure. Wind and solar are expected to provide 32% of global electricity by 2030, rising to 50% by 2040.
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- Germany announces results of onshore wind tender
- Wind and solar account for more than 88% of new USA capacity additions in 2025
- Taiwan launches round 3 offshore wind allocation with 3.6 GW capacity
- Spanish wind sector supports measures for repowering and electrification
- The Crown Estate prepares Offshore Wind Leasing Round 6 with focus on North East England
- Offshore wind sees strong start to 2026 despite longer-term forecast adjustments
- Sif offshore wind foundation production recognised as strategic project under EU Net-Zero Industry Act
- Wind and solar drive growth in USA renewable energy capacity and generation
- IMCA appoints Deme Offshore Energy managing director Hugo Bouvy as president
- Dutch government approves North Sea spatial reallocation to expand offshore wind
- UK radar upgrades to enable up to 10 GW of offshore wind capacity
- Casten introduces bill to cut energy costs and accelerate clean energy deployment
- New report assesses floating offshore wind development on the USA's west coast
- Carbon Trust and developers update offshore wind carbon footprint methodology
- UK government to open allocation round 8 renewables auction in July 2026
- Oceantic Network study highlights US offshore wind steel demand potential
- Global Renewables Alliance outlines five-step renewables action plan
- China’s 15th five-year plan sets direction for renewables expansion and wind growth to 2030
- Study finds 5–10% optimal overdimensioning for German offshore grid connections
- WindEurope reports 2 GW of offshore wind capacity connected in Europe in 2025
- Europe plans stronger ports and shipyards for offshore wind
- USA adds more than 50GW of clean power capacity in 2025
- Bibby Marine analysis outlines cost reductions from electrified CSOVs
- Global Offshore Wind Alliance and Carbon Trust call for coordinated action on floating offshore wind commercialisation
- WindEurope reports 19.1 GW new wind capacity in Europe in 2025, total reaches 304 GW
- California and 17 states challenge IRS limits on wind and solar tax credits
- Renewables were 26% of US electrical generation and 36% of installed capacity in 2025
- Ocean Energy Pathway and Global Offshore Wind Alliance launch rapid response initiative, Chile first participant
- American Clean Power Association confirms 2026 board of directors and officers
