The UK now has 40GW+ of offshore wind energy projects (will supply 1/3 of UK needs) [View All]

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Seven wind power projects granted extensions, due to come on-stream by 2016. More space to build on the back of strong offshore wind turbines growth and developer demand.

The Crown Estate announces 2 gigawatts (GW) of extensions to offshore Round 1 and Round 2 sites. More space to build on the back of strong offshore growth and developer demand. Seven wind farm projects granted extensions, due to come on-stream by 2016.

RenewableUK, the country’s leading renewable energy trade association, endorsed today’s announcement by The Crown Estate on extending Round 1 and Round 2 offshore wind farm sites as further evidence of the viability and strength of the UK’s pioneering offshore wind power programme.

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When fully built out, this potential will supply a full third of our nation’s electricity, or more than 130 terawatt hours per annum. Since the beginning of the year we have seen investment totalling £0.5 billion, from some of the world’s best-known companies, backing this project. The zone extensions show the offshore revolution is well under way,’ commented Madigan.

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