Offshore Wind

Orsted Wind Project Halt: US Orders Fuels Industry Woes, Sparks Controversy

US orders Orsted to halt offshore wind project, deepening industry woes is a serious blow, and the details paint a concerning picture of the energy landscape. It feels like a punch in the gut to the future, considering that a massive offshore wind project, potentially 80% complete with dozens of turbines in place, has been put on hold. The foundations are laid, the infrastructure is largely in place, and the project was on the cusp of generating clean energy. The only thing remaining to be done was to reap the benefits.

Now, there’s a mountain of questions. Who pays to dismantle the structures?… Continue reading

Scotland Approves Massive Offshore Wind Farm: Reactions and Debate

The Scottish government has approved SSE Plc’s plans for the Berwick Bank wind farm, which, upon completion, will be the world’s largest offshore wind farm. Situated off the eastern coast of Scotland, the 4.1-gigawatt project has been in development for a decade. This significant milestone allows SSE to participate in the upcoming government wind auction in August, with the potential to power 6 million homes.

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