UK offshore wind pipeline surges to 86 GW

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New research published today by RenewableUK shows the UK’s total pipeline of offshore wind projects now stands at 86GW – more than eight times our current operational capacity.

The pipeline includes projects which are fully operational, under construction, consented, in the planning system or being developed for submission into planning. This represents a 60% increase over the past 12 months, driven mainly by massive leasing round announcements by The Crown Estate (8GW) and Crown Estate Scotland (25GW). Image: RenewableUK The statistics, compiled for RenewableUK’s latest EnergyPulse... ... More: Official Press Release RenewableUK

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