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wind-power
Commodities Philippines reschedules inaugural offshore wind auction GEA-5 to December 1
The Philippines Department of Energy has rescheduled its first offshore wind auction, GEA-5, to December 1, 2026, after pausing the process on July 4. The auction targets up to 3.3GW of offshore wind capacity, with post-award steps scheduled through June 30, 2027. The DOE estimates the country's offshore wind technical potential exceeds 178GW.
Commodities Taiwan Charts Offshore Wind Growth to 18 GW by 2039 in New Energy Roadmap
Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs released its 2026–2039 Offshore Wind Power Medium- and Long-Term Promotion Plan, targeting total installed capacity between 24.7 GW and 27.9 GW by 2039, up from around 4.9 GW today. The roadmap calls for adding 15-18 GW of new capacity through auctions held every four years, with around 8 GW per round. Installed capacity is projected to reach 18.3-19.9 GW by 2035 and a nearer-term goal of 10.9 GW by 2030. The expansion is driven by rising electricity demand from semiconductor and AI sectors and aims to cut exposure to volatile imported fuel prices.
Commodities German Offshore Wind Adds 1.1GW in H1 2026 as Industry Demands Reform
Germany added 1.1GW of offshore wind capacity in the first half of 2026, bringing total installed capacity to 10.8GW. Industry associations, led by BWO, are urging the government to replace the negative bidding system with contracts for difference to improve bankability and attract investment for future projects.
Commodities EU Approves €63bn French Offshore Wind Support Scheme for 11 Farms
The European Commission has approved a €63bn ($72bn) French support scheme for offshore wind, backing the construction of 11 wind farms across the North Sea, Atlantic, and Mediterranean. The package will deliver up to 11.1GW of capacity and generate 47.8TWh annually, about 10.6% of France's power consumption.
Commodities Philippine Department of Energy Suspends 3.3GW Offshore Wind Auction for Recalibration
The Philippine Department of Energy has suspended all activities under the fifth Green Energy Auction round, which was to award incentives for up to 3.3GW of fixed-bottom offshore wind capacity. The suspension allows for recalibration amid port readiness, permitting, environmental costs, and potential supply chain disruptions from the Middle East conflict. Nine companies had passed the initial qualification review out of over 20 bidders.
Commodities Nova Scotia Names Five Companies and Two Consortia for First Offshore Wind Auction
The Canada-Nova Scotia Offshore Energy Regulator has released the names of five companies and two consortia that passed pre-qualification for the province's first offshore wind auction. The move advances Canada's first offshore wind farms, with a formal call for bids expected later this year. Premier Tim Houston has proposed expanding the licensing target to 40 GW.
Commodities Swedish County Backs Offshore Wind at Sjollen After Policy Reversal on Energy Needs
The County Administrative Board of Skåne has reversed its position on the Sjollen offshore wind project in the Öresund Strait, now supporting its designation as a national interest area. The decision comes as electricity demand in southern Sweden increases. The project, which could produce 1.3 TWh annually, has been paused by the developer due to market conditions.
Commodities UK offshore wind workforce must double to 94,000 by 2030 to meet clean power targets, ORE Catapult report warns
A new report from ORE Catapult warns the UK offshore wind workforce must nearly double from 40,000 to between 75,000 and 94,000 by 2030 to achieve the country's clean power targets. The report, 'Workforce Foresighting for Offshore Wind 2030-2035', identifies critical skills shortages and proposes a shift to a 'leading' education model to anticipate future needs.
Technology China's Wind-Powered Underwater Data Center: A Green Milestone
China has launched the world's first wind-powered underwater data center off the coast of Shanghai. This initiative, a collaboration between HiCloud Technology and China Communications Construction, aims to reduce energy consumption and environmental impact.
Manufacturing Ming Yang Targets Stake in 2GW Canadian Offshore Wind Project
Ming Yang Smart Energy is considering a strategic investment in a 2GW offshore wind project in British Columbia. This initiative, led by Oceanic Wind Energy and Coast Tsimshian Enterprises, aims to harness the strong wind resources of the Hecate Strait.
Commodities Fugro Secures Irish Offshore Wind Monitoring Contract
Dutch surveyor Fugro has won a two-year contract with EirGrid to monitor marine mammals along Ireland's south coast, supporting the development of offshore wind energy infrastructure.