29 Jul 2025

Photo by Anthony Aird   The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has launched a public consultation on proposed reforms to environmental compensatory measures for offshore wind developments. The consultation, which opened on July 22 and closes on September 2, 2025, aims to gather feedback on a more flexible and pragmatic approach to […]

29 Jul 2025

Photo by Ray Harrington   The UK government has published a new policy paper detailing the principles for identifying and selecting compensatory Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), a key step in balancing the country’s ambitious offshore wind targets with marine conservation goals. The policy, released on 24th July by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural […]

29 Jul 2025

Photo by Ian Cylkowski   The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has granted marine licences for several pioneering projects aimed at protecting and enhancing England’s marine environment. The approved initiatives range from habitat restoration and biodiversity enhancement to renewable energy development and critical infrastructure upgrades. New habitat structures to boost biodiversity in Teesside The Tees Rivers […]

22 Jul 2025

Photo by Julie Aagaard   Fishermen in the Celtic Sea are raising urgent concerns over the future of their queenie fishery, warning that two proposed offshore wind farms could trigger its complete collapse. As reported by Fishing News, the floating wind projects—part of the UK’s Offshore Wind Leasing Round 5—are poised to disrupt key fishing grounds […]

15 Jul 2025

Photo by Bob Brewer   The Crown Estate has announced it will fund a new regional programme in South Wales to help local companies prepare for future opportunities in the offshore renewables sector. The initiative, known as Fit 4 Offshore Renewables (F4OR), aims to strengthen regional supply chains ahead of the next phase of development in […]

01 Jul 2025

Image description: Silhouette of windfarm against a sunset sky. Image by Anna Jiménez Calaf / Unsplash   Following recent reports that there are just two years remaining at current emission rates to meet the international target of 1.5°C, it is welcome news that the UK can meet its net zero targets for 2050, according to […]

17 Jun 2025

Photo of Morroccan flags in the wind by Afker Moiz   Morocco has initiated its first offshore wind energy project, marking a significant step in the country’s renewable energy ambitions. The 1,000 megawatt (MW) wind farm, located off the coast near Essaouira, is set to become Africa’s largest offshore wind development. This project is part […]