Portugal plans auctions to add 3GW of wind by 2030

Portugal will stage auctions to add about 3GW of wind by 2030, environment and energy transition minister João Pedro Matos Fernandes told the WindEurope conference this week.

The new additions will include onshore and offshore capacity, and bring the country's total wind base to 8-9GW, he said.

“The auction mechanisms will ensure rapid deployment of investments while maximising the benefits for consumers,” added Matos Fernandes, who gave no further details of the plan.