Offshore wind to provide 30% of UK’s electricity

A partnership between the UK Government and the offshore wind industry announced on March 4 will mean that Britain will get 30% of its electricity from offshore wind by 2030. The new offshore Sector Deal sets the groundwork for a huge boost in offshore wind capacity in the UK. The offshore wind industry is to invest £250 million (€291 million) in the UK supply chain, the Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) said March 7. The agreement will boost the sector, including through a new Offshore Wind Growth Partnership.