Welsh Government Minister gives evidence on floating offshore wind potential in Wales
The Minister for Climate Change at the Welsh Government, Julie James MS, gives evidence to the Welsh Affairs Committee as MPs conclude evidence gathering on Floating Offshore Wind (FLOW) in Wales. This is the rearranged session that was due to be held on Thursday 8 December.
Meeting details
The Celtic Sea has been identified as a major development opportunity for FLOW, and could contribute to the UK Government’s target, as set out in the British Energy Security Strategy, to generate 5GW of FLOW by 2030. The Welsh Government also recognises the potential of floating offshore wind off the Welsh coast and the opportunities for the economy and communities from new investment.
During this evidence session, MPs will be assessing how the Welsh Government is supporting the development of FLOW, including its engagement with the Crown Estate to progress seabed leasing. The evidence session is also likely to explore the Welsh Government’s plans to ensure local supply chains benefit from FLOW, its support for Welsh ports and what is being done to prepare the grid for future gigawatt targets.