Reaching our climate targets requires deploying wind turbines in European seas. Leading the way is the United Kingdom, which has the most turbines of any European country and the largest offshore wind farm project in the world (Dogger Bank). Today, the UK has over 16 GW of offshore wind energy. The ambitions: 43-50 GW by 2030 and 50% of electricity generation from offshore wind by 2050 – this could require 125 GW by 2050. To reach their nature targets and conserve the ecosystem services citizens and businesses depend upon, it is imperative to protect marine nature. Strong regulations for both offshore wind and nature are necessary to support these goals.
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