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Harnessing the Power of the Seas: The Future of Ocean Wind Farms Get Free PDF: https://lnkd.in/dBVWf5Cn The global ocean wind farm market is poised for significant growth, with its value expected to more than double from USD 42.35 billion in 2023 to USD 95.99 billion by 2030. This rapid expansion, at a CAGR of 12.4%, underscores the increasing importance of renewable energy projects located offshore. Ocean wind farms offer numerous advantages, including access to stronger and more consistent winds, reduced land use conflicts, and minimized visual and noise impacts on communities. #OceanWindFarms #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #OffshoreWind #GreenEnergy #FutureOfEnergy #CAGR #GlobalGrowth

🌍 Balancing offshore renewable energy and environmental impacts 🌊 Offshore renewables offer a path to combat climate change, but their deployment requires careful consideration of environmental impacts. A recent study explores these challenges and opportunities regarding offshore wind, tidal stream, wave energy and floating solar photovoltaic systems. 🔎 The authors created this informative table ⬇ on potential negative and positive impacts and when these effects might occur, for example during construction or operation. 💡 The study further suggests exploring innovations like concrete-based wind turbine structures and vertical-axis tidal-stream turbines, which show promise in mitigating negative effects. ⬇ To access the full article, follow the link below. 🔗 Source : https://lnkd.in/dFmDJrt6 #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #EnergyTransition #ClimateChange #Biodiversity #UNEP #OffshoreEnergy

While wave and tidal may still be seen as a nascent industry, its development is not too dissimilar to the early days of wind - “It took the wind industry 20 years to get commercial and 40 years to get cheap, between the 1980s and today, so we are still well ahead of the curve.” Rémi Gruet, CEO of Ocean Energy Europe. In harnessing 'the largest untapped resources of renewable energy on the planet', Scotland is surging ahead... and others are following suit 🌊 #ScotlandIsNow #OceanEnergy

"... on average between 33% and 50% of new [offshore wind] capacity in Europe has been financed through this mechanism over the past 15 years, in several countries bordering the North Sea. Stabilising the revenue profile of renewable power projects through the use of CfDs...is also important as these projects have a different risk profile than fossil-fuelled power projects, with relatively high upfront costs that can leave the project exposed during its operational cycle if wholesale power prices are lower than expected." https://lnkd.in/eXvn-xWU #ContractsForDifference #CfDs #renewableenergy #hydrogen #energytransition

WinDictionary Curtailment [kuh·tayl·muhnt} (n) 1. The reduction of electricity output from wind farms due to grid constraints or to balance supply and demand. This ensures grid stability and prevents overloading. SAWEA acknowledges the importance of curtailment as a necessary mechanism for managing grid constraints and enabling the integration of more renewable energy into South Africa’s electricity grid. Don’t miss out on expanding your renewable energy vocabulary! Keep an eye out for our WinDictionary, where we’ll explore essential terms that are used in our industry. #SAWEA #LeadingWithWind #WindEnergyAdvocacy #WinDictionary

Waves boast the highest energy density among renewable power sources. Studies suggest that 'wave farms' can potentially generate triple the energy output per square kilometer compared to floating offshore wind farms. #renewableenergy #wavefarms

New York state has announced plans to cement electricity agreements with two new offshore wind farms being developed in the Atlantic Ocean, both near Long Island. Combined, the offshore developments will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by over 3 million metric tons annually — the equivalent annual emissions of over 740,000 cars. New York’s goal is to develop 9,000 megawatts of offshore wind energy by 2035. We have a core belief that accelerating renewable power deployment across all geographies is a prerequisite for decarbonization success and applaud this commitment to building a sustainable future. Learn more >> https://bit.ly/3IIuJNW #CleanEnergy #OffshoreWind #SustainableFuture #NewYork #GreenEnergy #Decarbonization

What's the Untold Truth About Offshore Wind's Impacts? This eye-opening panel discussion dives deep into the complex realities facing the offshore wind industry. While renewable energy holds immense promise, the road to scaling up offshore projects is filled with unique challenges. From the lengthy consent processes to the potential environmental impacts on marine ecosystems, there's more to this clean energy transition than meets the eye. The experts featured in the panel discussion unpack the nuances and difficult trade-offs involved in harnessing the power of wind off our coasts. As we strive for a greener future, it's crucial to understand the full picture - the untold truths about how our renewable energy solutions can affect the delicate balance of our precious oceans. Watch the full panel discussion at the link below to gain a more holistic perspective on the road ahead for offshore wind. 🔽 #offshorewind #renewableenergy #marineconservation #energytransition

Renewable energy sources like windfarms are crucial to meeting the increasing demand for energy while staying on track with climate change commitments. However, connectivity challenges facing offshore windfarms highlight the need for innovative solutions. Learn how offshore windfarms and private mobile networks are shaping the future of renewable energy in this recent blog from Kevin Zhu, Business Development Manager at BAI. Click here to read 'Meeting Australia’s demand for energy with offshore windfarms powered by private 5G networks': https://lnkd.in/g_KvsMDw #AdvancingConnectivity #PrivateNetworks #Windfarms

On this week's episode of Ours to Protect, I spoke to Pat Keating, CEO of Shannon Foynes Port to learn about the plans to develop the Atlantic floating offshore wind industry. With the largest wind resource in Europe off the west coast, the estuary plans to become a global renewable energy hub over the coming decades. The episode examines how the plans will play a vital role in decarbonising Europe, while also transforming the Midwest region. #Ourstoprotect #renewableenergy https://lnkd.in/eT8ZQUsU