Germany and the Netherlands to Overhaul Subsidies for Renewable Energy

Germany and the Netherlands to Overhaul Subsidies for Renewable Energy

The governments of both Germany and the Netherlands are examining how they structure renewable energy subsidies, looking to spur the industry while managing costs for the end users. Both countries faced disappointments earlier this year when planned auctions for offshore wind failed to generate interest, and they have been working on new plans for their industries. “In various parts of the world and in Europe, the sector is struggling with risin…

'Offshore wind could grind to a halt': Dutch rush back subsidies and eye CfDs

Netherlands puts €1bn of support on table next year and prepares bill to introduce contracts for difference

Dutch government backs 2GW of offshore wind with $1.2bn in subsidies

The Dutch government has decided to grant around €1bn ($1.19bn) in subsidies for the construction of 2GW of offshore wind farms. In May, the country decided to delay tenders for two offshore wind farms over deteriorating market conditions for offshore wind energy projects. The two sites were not removed completely and will be tendered later. …

Dutch Government to Grant $1.18b in Subsidies for Offshore Wind Farms

The Dutch government will grant around 1 billion euros ($1.18 billion) in subsidies next year for the construction of offshore wind farms with a total capacity of 2 gigawatt (GW), it said on Tuesday.Tenders for the wind farms had been put on hold in May, as prospective builders had said they saw no