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Wind News
August 14, 2025

Full float ahead – First turbine assembled for Gulf of Lion wind farm

Assembly is picking up pace on France’s Mediterranean coast, where the first floating turbine of the EFGL pilot project has been completed at Port-La Nouvelle. The milestone marks the start of offshore deployment for one of Europe’s most closely watched wind technology trials.

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Technology
The power of bubbles – Offshore wind construction goes quieter
July 31, 2025

The power of bubbles – Offshore wind construction goes quieter

Off the UK coast, a wall of rising bubbles is quietly making a big difference. For the first time in UK waters, a bubble curtain is being used during offshore wind farm construction. The technology is now in action at the Sofia offshore wind farm, one of Europe’s largest energy projects.

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Wind News
Leading the charge – Most notable wind farms of 2024
March 6, 2025

Leading the charge – Most notable wind farms of 2024

Many wind farms are pushing the boundaries of technology, minimizing environmental impact, and boosting energy production. Here’s a closer look at five that stood out last year.

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Wind News
Dual mission – Wind farms supporting sea life
February 20, 2025

Dual mission – Wind farms supporting sea life

RWE is making a splash with an exciting project that combines wind power generation and marine life conservation. Could this innovative approach redefine sustainable energy and revitalize our seas and oceans?

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Wind News
From coal to clean – The transformation of an iconic Australian port
January 23, 2025

From coal to clean – The transformation of an iconic Australian port

One of the world’s largest coal ports, the Port of Newcastle, is looking to transform itself into a central hub for offshore wind energy. It aims to support up to 5 GW of floating turbine projects planned for the nearby Hunter development zone in New South Wales.

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Wind News
Into the silence – Balancing wind energy and marine health
January 9, 2025

Into the silence – Balancing wind energy and marine health

A new collaborative marine research project is underway, set to discover innovative designs and best practices for monitoring and reducing underwater noise from floating offshore wind farms. It aims to ensure that our push for renewable energy doesn’t come at the expense of marine life.

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Wind News
World winds – How global collaboration is energizing Taiwan
December 5, 2024

World winds – How global collaboration is energizing Taiwan

In the face of global challenges such as climate change and sustainable energy demands, international cooperation emerges as a key element in the development of large-scale renewable energy projects. A prime example of this collaboration is found in the story of the Greater Changhua 1 and 2a wind farms, located off the coast of Changhua County, Taiwan.

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Wind News
Go big or go home – The incredible power of Dongfang’s 18 MW turbine
November 14, 2024

Go big or go home – The incredible power of Dongfang’s 18 MW turbine

Chinese state-owned Dongfang Electric Corporation (DEC) has recently installed an 18 MW offshore wind turbine, claiming it to be the most powerful in the world. This significant installation took place at a coastal wind power test base in Shantou City, Guangdong Province. Here’s what sets this turbine apart from others.

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Wind News
Catching the breeze – Is Croatia ready for offshore wind projects?
October 31, 2024

Catching the breeze – Is Croatia ready for offshore wind projects?

National Grid, an energy developer based in Ireland and the UK, is setting its sights on Croatia’s Adriatic Sea. The company is in the early stages of exploring potential sites for offshore wind farms, with a 500 MW project off the coast of Istria County in mind.

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