The governor of Brazil’s state of Piaui signed an MoU with Shizen Energy to look into the viability of an offshore wind project that would cost around US$4.95 billion. Source: Renewables Now
Petrobras revealed plans to develop up to 23 GW of offshore wind energy in Brazil. The company filed for the licensing of ten areas off the coast for wind energy development. Source: Renewables Now
According to Wood Mackenzie, Latin America is going to have 34 GW of offshore wind capacity by 2050, with development propelled by off-grid green hydrogen projects. The region expects to start operation at the first offshore wind farm in 2032. Source: Renewables Now
The Colombian government will launch its first offshore wind tender in 2023. The permits will provide exclusive rights to the exploration and development of offshore wind projects in Colombia. Source: Renews.Biz