The Crown Estate announces breakthrough year for its offshore wind programme

The programme plays a role in unlocking the potential of the seabed to help the UK tackle the challenges of climate change and energy security while supporting a thriving marine environment.

Official Press Release The Crown Estate:

Offshore Wind Evidence and Change Programme Annual Report 2022: The Crown Estate marks a landmark year for £50m scheme to support responsible development of offshore wind across the UK

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The Crown Estate has today published the second annual report for the Offshore Wind Evidence and Change Programme, in partnership with the Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) and the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra).

At a time when the UK’s offshore energy landscape is at an important moment of transition, the report offers a summary of a breakthrough year for the programme; a unique initiative that enables the gathering of data and evidence for the development of offshore wind in the UK in a manner that is sustainable, delivering positive outcomes for coastal communities and marine wildlife. A £50 million investment by The Crown Estate, the programme brings together a 27-member steering group,... ... More: Official Press Release The Crown Estate