Offshore wind pipeline faces power dilemma without robust energy supply chain
Developers are racing to build enough wind farms to meet the EU’s renewable energy targets. But getting there will be very challenging. Securing supplementary power for offshore vessels, access to technical support, meeting emission regulations, lack of skills and supply chain logistics are all impeding offshore wind developments.
Our latest research report examines the views of more than 850 decision makers involved in the construction and commissioning of offshore wind projects.
The report addresses these issues demonstrating the value of strategic supply chain partnerships to provide suitable flexible energy solutions and the expertise to deliver it correctly.
Research conducted in 2024
855 decision makers in offshore wind farms
8 key regions | UK, Ireland, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Benelux and the Nordics
Key industry challenges
- Transport, logistics and equipment turnaround time were considered the greatest supply chain challenges for accessing power.
- Emissions regulations are considered the top environmental challenge for offshore wind developments.
- Lack of technical knowledge and experience is impeding uptake within offshore wind projects.
Scaling greener supply chains
Emissions are a key focus for wind farm development. Discover how developing strategic partnerships between energy solutions providers and offshore wind companies will come into play to help develop sustainable supply chains and reliable energy provision.
Read our report on the challenges and opportunities for offshore wind and how Aggreko is making the difference through Energising Change™, our framework for supporting customers through the energy transition and to help build the needed infrastructure of the future. From additional grid capacity and commissioning new wind farms and grid balancing services, through to providing power to build transport networks.
Further information
For further information, or to discuss some of the challenges and opportunities discussed in the report please get in touch to speak with one of our renewable energy experts.