Published September 9, 2025
Taiwan is entering the next phase of its offshore wind expansion, moving from shallow coastal areas to deeper, more technically demanding waters. This evolution highlights both the progress and challenges in Taiwan’s path toward a greener energy future. 🌬️
According to Reuters, the island’s offshore wind capacity has quadrupled to 4 GW from under 1 GW before the pandemic. The government aims for 10.9 GW of installed capacity by 2030, and 60% renewable power by 2050. However, as easy-to-develop sites diminish, developers are facing higher costs, complex engineering needs, and calls for stronger state support.
Recent policy changes — such as lifting local procurement requirements for turbine components — have introduced new opportunities but also raised uncertainty for investors. Meanwhile, floating offshore wind remains largely untested in Taiwan’s waters, leaving the sector at a crossroads between innovation and feasibility.
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