As the world transitions to renewable energy, floating offshore wind farms are becoming an increasingly important part of the mix. A recent article highlights how Britain, a leader in fixed offshore wind, is now exploring deeper waters with floating wind technology, which can harness stronger winds in the open sea. The Kincardine project, once the world’s largest floating wind farm, showcases the potential of this cutting-edge technology, though it has since been surpassed by Hywind Tampen.
Floating wind turbines, unlike their fixed counterparts, are anchored by cables and can be deployed in much deeper waters, where wind resources are more abundant. This new generation of wind farms is expected to unlock vast renewable energy potential around the globe. However, challenges such as high costs and the need for significant infrastructure investment remain.
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