GWEC Global Offshore Wind Report 2026: Governments urged to treat offshore wind as critical infrastructure
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Summary
GWEC's Global Offshore Wind Report 2026 calls for governments to fast-track offshore wind as critical national infrastructure, develop long-term grid investment plans coordinated with auction pipelines, and foster stronger government-industry partnerships based on transparent dialogue and realistic country-specific targets. The report also emphasizes the need to counter misinformation and build public trust in the offshore wind sector.
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Governments must engage in transparent and honest dialogue with the industry rooted in realistic country-specific context and deliverables so that expectations are grounded in evidence.
Counter misinformation and build public trust
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