November 12, 2024 10:16 GMT
POWER: UK unveils £27M/GW Bonus for Offshore Wind
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UK PM Keir Starmer announced a new Clean Industry Bonus at COP29, offering £27mn per GW of offshore wind capacity, with up to 8GW eligible for funding, according to the PM, cited by Renews.biz.
- The plan targets investments in Scotland, Wales, and the Northeast and Northwest.
- And if 7-8GW of eligible capacity applies to the budget could reach £200mn.
- The bonus aims to foster cleaner energy industries in the UK and reward companies that choose lower-polluting suppliers.
- Lobby group RenewableUK’s CEO Dan McGrail endorsed the bonus, noting that the right incentives could attract millions in new investment and boost employment in coastal towns.
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