Offshore wind could supply 17% of EU demand by 2030

By the same date, EWEA says that the industry will install more than 13 GW and invest €16.5 bn per year. The report, entitled “Oceans of Opportunity” says that there are 100 GW of offshore wind projects being planned at present.

However, EWEA says that these prospects depend on firm political support. “In order to ensure that the 100 GW of projects can move forward, and reach 150 GW of operating offshore wind power by 2030, coordinated action is required from the European Commission, EU governments, regulators, the transmission system operators (TSOs) and the wind industry,” says the Association.

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