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As part of its Industrial Strategy, the UK government is taking new steps to strengthen the offshore wind supply chain and support clean energy deployment. A new initiative led by Great British Energy (GBE) will focus on scaling up domestic manufacturing for fixed-bottom and floating wind technologies, enhancing the UK’s ability to deliver offshore wind projects at pace and at scale.
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Global wind turbine installations slowed in 2024, reaching 121,305 MW—just below 2023’s total of 121,465 MW—reflecting a difficult year for the sector. Nearly half of the top 20 wind markets installed less capacity than the previous year. According to preliminary data from the World Wind Energy Association (WWEA), global installed wind power capacity stood at 1,173,581 MW by the end of 2024, falling short of autumn projections.
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More than 130 private sector organisations, including large investors, companies and industry bodies, have called on governments to place renewable energy, efficiency and system flexibility at the heart of modern energy security strategies.
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The Global Wind Energy Council's Global Wind Report confirms that 2024 marked a record year for new wind energy capacity, with 117 GW installed globally. The 2025 edition of the report draws on data from every region of the world. Last year’s additions included 109 GW of onshore wind and 8 GW of offshore wind, raising total global installed wind capacity to 1,136 GW. Wind turbines were installed in 55 countries across all continents.
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The Portuguese government has confirmed the adoption of a centralised and sequential model for the allocation of offshore wind development areas. This framework aligns with the country's National Energy and Climate Plan (PNEC) 2030 targets and aims to streamline the competitive process for future offshore wind tenders.
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A global survey of mid-sized and large business executives across 15 countries reveals near-unanimous support for a transition away from fossil fuels to renewable electricity. The poll, commissioned by E3G, Beyond Fossil Fuels, and We Mean Business Coalition, indicates a growing corporate preference for renewables, highlighting energy security, economic growth, and competitiveness as key drivers.
- Solar and wind dominated new US capacity additions in early 2025
- New report outlines wind energy supply chain opportunities in Atlantic Canada
- 16 US clean energy projects cancelled in early 2025 amid policy uncertainty
- Preserving the legacy of wind power through international archive collaboration
- Germany installs almost 1GW of onshore wind in Q1 of 2025
- Industry collaboration explores offshore wind decommissioning methodologies
- ETIPWind calls for EU fund to enhance wind energy research and competitiveness
- Renewable power generation to increase 84% by 2030
- South Africa approves Renewable Energy Masterplan
- Victoria progresses towards offshore wind energy with new steps and community focus
- Call for participation in wind energy standards adoption process
- MEASNET welcomes two new Spanish laboratories for power performance testing
- US wind market faces decline amid policy challenges and economic uncertainty
- Europe’s wind industry proposes new offshore wind deal to accelerate growth
- Offshore TSOs push for integrated grid to support European energy security and decarbonisation
- Wind industry outlines three key actions to boost Europe’s energy security
- New guideline sets common standard for offshore wind seafastening
- France at risk of missing offshore wind target without policy reform
- RWE tests offshore rescue procedures at Nordsee Ost wind farm
- Global Underwater Hub and Subsea Innovation Cluster Australia collaborate to expand the subsea sector
- Developing sustainable recycling processes for lubricants and gear oils
- Italy’s offshore wind sector: growth, challenges, and opportunities
- Wind energy expansion slows amid record renewable growth
- GWO elects new Board of Directors
- WindEurope elects new Chair and Vice-Chair
- Renewable energy generation in the USA rises by 18% in January
- Scottish floating offshore wind farm supports student scholarships
- Solar and wind dominate US power capacity growth in January
- Nova Scotia moves forward with offshore wind energy development
- Chinese wind turbine manufacturers dominate global market in 2024
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