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UK offshore wind investment to hit £15bn a year by 2030. A new report projects that annual investment in the UK's offshore wind sector will rise from £7.7 billion to £15 billion by 2030, potentially reaching £29 billion by 2035. Offshore Energies UK Thibaut Cheret #offshorewind #windenergy #windpower #climatechange #renewableenergy #renewables #sustainability #sustainablefuture

UK offshore wind investment to hit £15bn a year by 2030. A new report projects that annual investment in the UK's offshore wind sector will rise from £7.7 billion to £15 billion by 2030, potentially reaching £29 billion by 2035. Offshore Energies UK Thibaut Cheret #offshorewind #windenergy #windpower #climatechange #renewableenergy #renewables #sustainability #sustainablefuture

The wind is blowing strong in Europe's offshore wind sector, with Rystad Energy predicting a massive $20 billion investment and a staggering 137 substations to be installed across continental Europe this decade. OEG Renewables, through our strategic acquisitions, is perfectly positioned to support the construction, operations, and maintenance of offshore wind installations with our vast integrated offering of offshore services. With expertise in key offshore markets like the Netherlands, France, and the Baltics, combined with OEG's global reach, we're now a leading force in delivering mission-critical offshore solutions for the ever-expanding global wind market. This strategic growth allows us to: ✅Offer a wider range of specialised services to our clients ✅Strengthen our presence in critical European wind farm hubs ✅Support the development of clean, sustainable energy across the continent Read more about proposed future wind farm investments: ▶️https://ow.ly/SJo750Smv2h #OffshoreWind #Renewables #OEG

RWE has secured planning committee approval for Enoch Hill 2, an extension of the Enoch Hill Wind Farm near New Cumnock in East Ayrshire, Scotland. The formal decision notice from East Ayrshire Council is expected in early 2025. The approved extension will include two wind turbines, each with a tip height of 150 metres and a capacity of 5 MW, alongside an 11 MW Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). Once operational, the project is expected to generate clean energy sufficient to power approximately 11,500 homes annually. It will also provide around £50,000 per year in community benefit funding, subject to the final installed capacity. Victoria Allen, Head of Onshore Renewables Development Scotland, stated: “We are thrilled to have secured planning committee approval for Enoch Hill 2. This project represents another step towards supporting Scotland’s renewable energy goals while delivering benefits to the community in East Ayrshire. With Enoch Hill 1 progressing, we are confident in the success of this extension, which will further enhance the region’s contribution to a sustainable energy future.” Enoch Hill 2 builds on the ongoing development of Enoch Hill 1, a 60 MW wind farm comprising 15 turbines. Construction of Enoch Hill 1 is advancing, with nine turbines fully installed and the remaining six partially erected. Major civil works are complete, and all large machinery has been demobilised. Grid connection for Enoch Hill 1 is expected by June 2025, with commissioning set to follow shortly after. A community consultation for the Enoch Hill 1 Wind Farm Community Fund is underway, with an online survey open until 12 January 2025. Results are scheduled for release in spring/summer 2025. Once fully operational, Enoch Hill Wind Farm, including the extension, will provide up to 70 MW of renewable energy capacity, supporting Scotland’s renewable energy ambitions while generating long-term value for the local community. The final investment decision for Enoch Hill 2 is expected in late 2025, with construction set to begin in spring 2026. The project is slated for completion and operation by the third quarter of 2027. RWE’s onshore wind portfolio in the UK currently includes 32 operational sites with a combined installed capacity of 735 MW. The company has an additional 168 MW under construction in Scotland and is advancing a strong development pipeline of 22 projects across Scotland and Wales. #cleanenergy

Skyborn Renewables announces a major advancement in the Gennaker offshore wind project. An updated Master Supply Agreement has been finalized with Siemens Gamesa for the provision of 63 SG 14-236 DD wind turbines, each with a power boost of up to 15 MW and a rotor diameter of 236 meters. Upon completion, Gennaker will be the most powerful offshore wind farm in the German Baltic Sea, contributing 945 MW of renewable energy to the grid. This is pivotal for Germany's renewable energy goals and the federal state of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania's climate targets. Read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/eK6t6hSB #GennakerOWF #CleanEnergy #Germany #RenewableEnergy #Skyborn #SiemensGamesa #OffshoreWind #ClimateTargets #MecklenburgWesternPomerania #Sustainability #GreenEnergy #WindPower #EnergyTransition #EnvironmentalImpact #Renewables #FutureEnergy #BalticSea

Australia has awarded Major Project Status (MPS) to BlueFloat Energy’s Gippsland Dawn offshore wind project, planned to deliver up to 2.1 GW of clean energy—enough to power more than one million homes. Recognized for its role in advancing the nation’s energy transition, the project underscores Australia’s commitment to scaling its offshore wind industry and supporting renewable energy goals. With a $10 billion investment and construction expected in 2029, Gippsland Dawn benefits from streamlined approvals, positioning it as a model for future projects. This milestone calls for continued collaboration to drive further investment and expansion in renewables. #offshore, #wind, #turbine, #renewable, #energy, #green, #Australia, BlueFloat Energy, #Spain, #GW, #Gippsland https://lnkd.in/eiTYh6mE

Interesting study in the Floating Wind energy sector! Apollo, Global Energy Group, and Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult have collaborated on a study focusing on tow-to-port operations for floating offshore wind turbines. The study reveals a crucial finding: between 10 to 30 turbines could necessitate tow-to-port operations annually from 2035 to 2040. This data, derived from a review of bottom-fixed turbine failure rates, suggests that the costs associated with tow-to-port could surpass both offshore installation and routine O&M expenses combined. These insights underscore the importance of exploring new approaches with the evolving technology landscape. Enhancing these operations will be essential to prevent inflated O&M costs and ensure the viability of future investments in offshore floating wind energy. #RenewableEnergy #OffshoreWind #EnergyInnovation

Developers including BlueFloat Energy, Corio Generation, Iberdrola, Origin Energy, Ørsted and RWE have signed feasibility licences for six offshore wind projects in the waters off Victoria, Australia. The Australian government awarded licences for six offshore wind projects in its waters in May, and said six more were in line to achieve them too. It has now confirmed that those latter six have gained licences. They are: 🌊 Aurora Green (up-to-3GW project by Iberdrola) 🌊 Gippsland Dawn (by BlueFloat Energy) 🌊 Great Eastern Offshore Wind (2.5GW project by Macquarie Group's Corio) 🌊 Kent Offshore Wind (by RWE, pictured) 🌊 Navigator North (1.5GW project by Origin Energy and RES) 🌊 Ørsted 2 (also by Ørsted) The total headline capacity of all 12 projects is 25GW. These feasibility licences gives the companies a seven-year period to develop their project and secure all necessary permits. Sven Utermöhlen, chief executive of offshore wind at RWE, said: “Australia is a very attractive growth market for renewable energy. RWE has been active in the country for 10 years and operates one of Australia’s largest solar farms. By securing exclusive seabed rights in the Bass Strait off Gippsland, we are now entering the Australian offshore wind market and will bring our more than 20 years of experience in this field.” Jonathan Cole, chief executive at Corio, said: "Offshore wind technology is a proven, clean, and cost-competitive form of electricity generation and we strongly believe the state and people of Victoria will greatly benefit from harnessing one of the world's premier offshore wind resources... Great Eastern Offshore wind will contribute to Australia’s energy transition and journey towards net zero." Click here for A Word About Wind analysis on offshore wind in Australia: https://lnkd.in/ePdypF8g #offshorewind #Australia A Word About Wind | Energy Storage Report | Tamarindo

Western Australian businesses can join the wind energy manufacturing supply chain with the help of a new co-investment programme which could cover up to 50% of eligible project costs. The Wind Energy Manufacturing Co-Investment Program is a co-investment and advice programme co-created by the Government of Western Australia and the Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre Ltd with $8 million allocated by the state to enhance local businesses’ capacity and capability in wind energy, manufacturing and servicing supply chains. #manufacturing #australianmanufacturing #wapol #grants #windenergy #supplychains

We are delighted to share that JDR Cables has secured a significant contract with DEME Offshore to support Dominion Energy’s Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project. As the largest offshore wind farm in the United States, this landmark project will deliver a capacity of 2.6 gigawatts, powering approximately 660,000 homes and marking a critical advancement in the nation’s renewable energy journey. JDR will provide comprehensive installation services, covering 176 wind turbines and three substations, demonstrating our ongoing dedication to driving the sustainable energy transition. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eAcfTuvR #JDRCables #RenewableEnergy #OffshoreWind #Sustainability #EnergyTransition #CleanEnergyFuture #CoastalVirginiaOffshoreWind #USRenewables #WindEnergy #OffshoreInnovation #WindFarmProjects #InstallationServices #TFK.Group