As the new European Parliament and Commission take office following the EU elections in June, this autumn update outlines the latest data for wind energy in Europe and our expectations for the rest of the decade. Europe now has 278 GW of wind power capacity, with 242 GW onshore and 35 GW offshore. The EU-27 has 225 GW of wind power capacity. The EU is expected to build 22 GW of new wind farms annually from 2024 to 2030 but needs to build 33 GW annually to meet its 2030 climate and energy targets.
Operations will take place in Finland, Italy and France · The new funds will go towards manufacturing extra-high-voltage submarine power cables and high-voltage onshore cables, and other upgrades to existing cables · The project supports the objectives of REPowerEU, for which the EIB has earmarked additional financing of €45 billion by 2027.
The global wind energy sector is undergoing rapid advancements, from innovative offshore wind projects and green hydrogen solutions to new developments in Romania, Morocco, and the U.S. However, challenges such as job risks in the EU and extreme weather impacts in China highlight the complexities of this growing industry. Technological breakthroughs and community-driven initiatives are also paving the way for a more sustainable future, with countries like Vietnam and Scotland spearheading new wind projects. Discover the latest in wind energy, where innovation meets sustainability.
K2M provides technical insight and oversight for final stage of construction phase of 30 MW Illevaara onshore wind farm in Finland
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