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Europe must finance its clean future now
By Jorgo Chatzimarkakis, CEO of Hydrogen Europe, EUSEWās partner organisation.Ā This opinion editorial is produced in co-operation with the European Sustainable Energy Week 2025. See ec.europa.eu/eusew for more details. āThe best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The [...]
Record-Breaking Annual Growth in Renewable Power Capacity
With 585 GW of capacity additions, renewables accounted for over 90% of total power expansion globally in 2024. Renewable Capacity Statistics 2025Ā released by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) in March shows a massive increase in renewable power capacity during 2024, [...]
Energy efficiency: the jack of all trades of EU electrification
By Arianna Vitali, Secretary General at theĀ Coalition for Energy Savings, EUSEWās partner organisation, highlighting the importance of energy efficiency in EU electrification, including cost savings, better grid flexibility, and protecting consumers. This opinion editorial is produced in co-operation with the European [...]
Analyzing Baltic offshore wind opportunities with WindEurope CEO Giles Dickson
Giles Dickson, the CEO of WindEurope, offered his perspectives on the recent Baltic Sea Offshore Wind Summit (BSOWS2025) during an interview. The conversation highlights the positive momentum in the Baltic offshore wind sector and underscores the importance of regional collaboration. Dickson [...]
Local Power, Global Vision: Ocean Winds Bets on Polish Offshore Potential – interview withĀ Dan Finch,Ā Country Manager for Poland
Ocean Winds, a global offshore wind developer, has signed a groundbreaking agreement with CRIST Offshore for the design, construction, and commissioning of the offshore substation (OSS) for the BC-Wind project. This marks the first Tier 1 contract in Poland awarded to [...]
Where curiosity meets innovation: EU science fair in Belgium dazzles young minds
From fossil remains to satellites, the wonders of EU-funded research were on full display at the Science is Wonderful fair in Belgium, awing children and adults alike. By Zoran Radosavljevic Ā What if there was a place where young people could [...]
WindEurope elect Vestas CEO Henrik Andersen as Chair and Ćrsted CEO Rasmus Errboe as Vice-Chair
The Board of WindEurope today elected Henrik Andersen, CEO of Vestas, to be the new Chair of WindEurope. And they elected Rasmus Errboe, the CEO of Ćrsted, as Vice-Chair. Henrik and Rasmus will lead the wind industryās engagement with Governments, other [...]
Green Power Denmark: Offshore tenders should be accompanied by an electrification plan and grid reinforcement
The tender for offshore wind turbines should be complemented by both an electrification plan and a strengthened electricity transmission network, says Green Power Denmark. The changing market conditions between 2022 and 2024 and a series of 16 tender conditions analysed have [...]
Building resilient cities: how to align competitiveness and sustainability in Europe’s energy transition?
By Filipe AraĆ¹jo, Deputy Mayor of Porto, Portugal and Vice President of Energy Cities, one of EUSEW partner organisations With the new EU Institutions taking office, it seems that the main discourse has shifted from the EU Green Deal to competitiveness. [...]
Baltic Sea Offshore Wind Summit: Ports Take Center Stage as Enablers of Offshore Wind Development
The "Ports of Power: Enabling Offshore Installation and Maintenance" panel at the Baltic Sea Offshore Wind Energy Summit 2025 in Gdansk underscored the indispensable role of port infrastructure in realizing the ambitious goals for offshore wind energy in the Baltic Sea [...]
PGE Baltica and Ćrsted in Brussels on offshore wind’s role in energy transition
What challenges does offshore wind energy currently face in Poland and Europe? How can cooperation between Baltic countries and investors improve energy security? What is needed to realise the ambitious goals of offshore wind development? These and other questions were answered [...]
Baltic Sea Offshore Wind Summit: Experts Chart Course to Fill Offshore Workforce Gap
A critical discussion unfolded at the Baltic Sea Offshore Wind Summit (BSOWS2025) in Gdansk, as industry leaders grappled with the urgent task of building a skilled workforce to power the burgeoning offshore wind sector. A central panel debate, titled "Shaping the [...]
Baltic Sea Offshore Wind Summit: Security Takes Center Stage Amid Geopolitical Tensions
A palpable sense of urgency permeated the "Guardians of the Wind" panel at the Baltic Sea Offshore WindĀ Summit (BSOWS2025) in Gdansk, as security experts and industry leaders convened to address the mounting threats to offshore wind infrastructure in the strategically [...]
Bartosz Fedurek: Baltica 2 – A Milestone for Polish Offshore Wind
This interview with Bartosz Fedurek CEO of PGE Baltica explores the current state and future prospects of offshore wind development in Poland. While Poland is for obvious reasons still behind more established markets like the UK, it has made considerable progress, [...]
BSOWS2025: Ignitis Renewables advocates for offshore workforce solutions
At the recent Baltic Sea Offshore Wind Summit (BSOWS2025) in Gdansk, during a panel on "Shaping the Offshore Workforce," Božena Petikonis-Å abanienÄ, Head of HR for Ignitis Renewables, stressed the vital role of collaboration and an open approach to international talent in [...]
BSOWS2025: Industry Leaders Grapple with Supply Chain Challenges and Opportunities
Gdansk, Poland - The Baltic Sea Offshore Wind Energy Summit recently convened in Gdansk, bringing together key stakeholders to address the pivotal issue of supply chain development for the burgeoning offshore wind sector in the region. A central panel discussion, featuring [...]
BSOWS2025: CRIST S.A. emphasizes geopolitical risks and a strong european offshore wind supply chain
At the Baltic Sea Offshore Wind Summit (BSOWS2025) in Gdansk, Poland, Daniel Ozon, Advisor to the Management Board of CRIST S.A., highlighted the critical need for a resilient European supply chain for offshore wind. He emphasized the geopolitical risks associated with [...]
‘Wind Works for Europe’Ā ā how wind energy helps Europe to re-industrialise
On 26 February the European Commission launched the Clean Industrial Deal, its new vision for competitiveness and energy security. It aims to further strengthen Europeās strategic clean tech manufacturing sectors. The European wind energy supply chain is currently investing over ā¬11bn [...]
Jerzy Buzek: Europe’s security is offshore wind energy
During the Baltic Offshore Wind Energy 2025 Summit in Gdansk, Former Prime Minister and President of the European Parliament Jerzy Buzek stressed the key role of energy transition for Europe's security. He drew attention to the need to become independent from [...]
BSOWS 2025: Paulina Henning-Kloska – offshore wind is key to Poland’s energy sovereignty
The Baltic Sea Offshore Wind Summit 2025, an event that aims to accelerate the green transformation of the Baltic Sea region, was inaugurated in the heart of Gdansk, at the historic European Solidarity Centre. The summit was opened by Climate and [...]
Baltic Sea Offshore Wind Summit 2025: An important step for the region’s cooperation
The Baltic Sea Offshore Wind Summit 2025, held at the European Solidarity Centre in Gdansk, was an important event for offshore wind development in the Baltic Sea region. Aimed at fostering regional coordination, the programme addressed key issues including energy security, [...]
Aegir Insights: Polish offshore wind market gears up for rapid growth
A recent assessment by Aegir Insights provides a comprehensive overview of Polandās offshore wind market, showcasing the countryās ambitions and potential within the rapidly evolving European offshore wind sector. Poland, while not yet having operational offshore wind farms, stands out due [...]
GdaÅsk Gears Up: Baltic Sea Offshore Wind Summit 2025 to convene key leaders next week
The countdown is on. In just one week, GdaÅsk will transform into the epicenter of the Baltic Sea's burgeoning offshore wind industry. On March 10, 2025, the European Solidarity Centre will host the highly anticipated Baltic Sea Offshore Wind Summit 2025, [...]
Building more wind is key to deliver the EU Clean Industrial Deal
Europe built 16.4 GW of wind energy, 13 GW in the EU, according to WindEuropeās 2024 Statistics out today. Thatās less than half of what the EU needs to deliver on its energy security targets. Poor permitting, slow grid build-out and [...]
New Report on Wind Powerās Impact on Species Protection and Natural Environments
According to Swedish Wind Energy Association the research program Vindval has published a new report on how the environmental monitoring of wind power's impact on species and natural environments is conducted. The Swedish Wind Energy Association will soon invite stakeholders to [...]
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