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Coalition of the willing for renewables
The world is once again facing an uncertain future as multiple conflicts continue to unfold. In my March/April 2022 note, titled ‘How many wake-up calls does the world need?’, I reflected on the energy crisis at the time. As events stand today, it appears that more wake-up calls are needed, as the world finds itself in a similar situation. Oil and gas prices are rising sharply and it remains unclear when, or whether, they will return to more stable levels.
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North Sea offshore wind pact and US rulings highlight diverging policy paths
At the North Sea Summit in Hamburg, Germany, in January 2026, European governments, transmission system operators, and the offshore wind industry agreed an Investment Pact aimed at strengthening planning certainty, mobilising capital, and improving coordination in offshore wind deployment across the North Sea. Participating countries confirmed a long-term target of 300GW of offshore wind capacity by 2050 and outlined a coordinated buildout pathway supported by regulatory and financial measures.
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Year in review: resilience amid policy shifts and market realignment
The past year has been defined by a widening policy divide between the USA and Europe, China’s continued dominance in wind manufacturing and deployment, and a renewed test of industry resilience in the face of regulatory uncertainty. What began with speculation about shifts in US federal energy policy has now materialised into a steady stream of restrictive measures, affecting both offshore and onshore wind development. At the same time, Europe has strengthened its long-term climate framework, while China has accelerated wind and solar deployment at a pace unmatched elsewhere.
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Daily legislative hurdles for renewable energy in the USA
Almost every day, new rules or policy changes emerge in the USA that place further barriers in the way of renewable energy projects. Wind and solar have been singled out most often, creating an environment in which developers face not just uncertainty but a series of obstacles that appear designed to slow deployment. By the time this note is published, it is likely that further announcements will already have been added to the list.
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Policy divergence deepens between USA and Europe in wind energy development
At the 2025 Cleanpower show in Phoenix, Arizona, USA the mood was cautiously optimistic following the announcement that the Empire Wind 1 project could resume construction. The U.S. Department of the Interior had issued a stop-work order just weeks earlier, raising fears that further delays might follow. However, despite this reprieve, the industry remains unsettled by the broader policy direction under the Trump Administration.
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Another bust and boom cycle ahead in the USA?
During almost three months in office, the new administration in the USA has taken several actions regarding wind energy. Initially, it instituted a six-month halt on new offshore wind leasing across the Outer Continental Shelf and paused new permits for both onshore and offshore wind projects. At the time, it was stated that existing leases would remain in place but would be subject to review for potential changes or cancellations.
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Global wind energy markets: Chinese dominance and expanded EU industrial policy
According to 2024 data from Wood Mackenzie, Chinese wind turbine manufacturers now lead the global market, with Goldwind, Envision and Mingyang securing the top three positions for the first time. Goldwind installed 20GW – an increase of over 20% compared with 2023 – while the Chinese market grew by nearly 12% to reach a record 80GW, accounting for more than 60% of global capacity.
Outside China, wind installations fell by 9%, impacting several Western original equipment manufacturers. Companies such as Vestas – the leading non-Chinese manufacturer – and Siemens Gamesa, which led offshore installations despite delays, restructured operations, outsourced production to Asia, and simplified product portfolios in response to challenging market conditions. These measures reflect the pressure on established Western firms as they adapt to lower installation volumes and shifting global dynamics.
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