Offshore Wind Power Growth

Offshore wind power generates electricity using turbines at sea.

Higher wind speeds at sea boost power generated per turbine.

Offshore wind farms impact people and landscapes less than onshore.

Most offshore turbines use fixed foundations in shallow waters.

Floating turbines for deeper waters are still in early stages.

Global offshore wind capacity reached 64.3 gigawatts in 2022.

China, the UK, and Germany hold over 75 percent of capacity.

Offshore wind power grew over 30 percent per year in Europe.

Offshore turbines are larger than onshore and keep growing bigger.

Maintenance costs offshore rise due to salt water and corrosion.

Installed offshore capacity may reach 1550 gigawatts by 2050.