Netherlands’ Government Says Offshore Wind Targets Are No Longer Realistic
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Now that Dutch industry is transitioning to greener energy more slowly than planned, caretaker Minister Hermans (Climate and Green Growth, VVD) is scaling back offshore wind farm ambitions. The employers' organization VNO-NCW has reacted negatively.
Netherlands lowers offshore wind goal
The Netherlands slashed its offshore wind power generation goal by up to 40%, marking the latest setback for the sector. Offshore wind costs have grown in recent years; the Dutch climate minister called the previous target of 50 gigawatts by 2040 “not realistic.” The pivot reflects how the industry, while on the verge of a rebound, is vulnerable to supply chain constraints and price changes. The outlook in the US is especially bleak for offshore…
The decision by outgoing Minister Hermans to lower the ambitions for wind energy in the North Sea has been unpopular with industry, employers, and the sustainable energy sector.
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