Sweden wants to release its offshore wind potential

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Over the last few months the Swedish Government has made important announcements on offshore wind. Sweden does not yet use the full offshore wind potential its large coastlines offer. But they want to make up the lost ground. And the wind industry is lining up impressive gigawatt-scale projects in Swedish waters.

Sweden is Europe’s biggest net exporter of electricity, largely due to the availability of onshore wind energy. The country now has the fifth most onshore wind capacity in Europe. By the end of the year they’ll have 14 GW. But the direct electrification of the Swedish economy and first projects for green steel production from renewable hydrogen are increasing Sweden’s electricity demand. It is estimated to more than double between today and... ... More: Official Press Release WindEurope

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