Publications

Statement on Charting the Course for a Sustainable Offshore Future

OCEaN – North and Baltic Seas has launched a statement calling for joint political action on climate and biodiversity goals after the 2024 EU elections and underlines five key areas policymakers must focus on to ensure the expansion of offshore wind contributes positively to both the environment and society. The launch of this statement kicked off OCEaN and the Renewables Grid Initiative’s activities at WindEurope’s 2024 Annual Event in Bilbao.

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Statements

Statement on Charting the Course for a Sustainable Offshore Future

This statement calls for joint political action on climate and biodiversity goals after the 2024 EU elections and underlines five key areas policymakers must focus on to ensure the expansion of offshore wind contributes positively to both the environment and society.

Statement on achieving nature- and people-friendly offshore wind and grids

Decisions made in the next five years will be catalytic in defining the EU’s pathway to achieve climate, energy and biodiversity objectives. OCEaN – North & Baltic Seas calls on European policymakers to address outstanding challenges and effectively implement key policy files.

Statement on the upcoming EU Wind Power Package

OCEaN welcomes the EC’s upcoming Wind Power Package and emphasises that minimum requirements and non-price criteria in offshore wind auctions can enable Member States to maximise project value for society, nature, the electricity system, and supply chains.

Statement on ecological criteria in offshore wind farm auctions

OCEaN - North & Baltic Seas is committed to supporting EU Member States in identifying possible ecological criteria, facilitating contact with stakeholders, and serving as a knowledge-hub of best practices and scientific evidence.

Statement on an Improved, Robust and Timely MSP Process

OCEaN Members strongly support an improved, robust and timely MSP process. This will speed up ORE, support the decision-making process for spatial allocation, and also reduce investment risks and project delays.