Welsh Government Minister to give evidence on floating offshore wind potential in Wales

• Floating offshore wind energy in WalesWatch on Parliament TV:  
• Floating Offshore Wind in Wales
• Welsh Affairs Committee

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 recognizes 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.

Witness

From 10.00:

• Julie James MS, Minister for Climate Change, Welsh Government

Further information

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