The renewable energy sector continued to show strong momentum throughout November, with major progress recorded across offshore wind, onshore wind, solar and grid expansion. Several flagship projects reached significant milestones, reinforcing forecasts from Ember and the IEA that 2025 is on track to deliver the highest level of renewable-capacity growth on record. (Source: reNews)
Key Offshore and Onshore Wind Developments
Dogger Bank Wind Farm (UK) Marks Major Installation Milestone
The Dogger Bank Wind Farm, one of the most ambitious offshore wind projects globally, completed the installation of all 277 transition pieces during November. This achievement represents a crucial step in bringing large-scale offshore wind capacity online for the UK and supports wider progress across the North Sea region.
Ansthall Wind Farm (Sweden) Begins Construction
In Sweden, construction officially began at the Ansthall Wind Farm. Once operational, the project will add new onshore wind capacity and contribute to the country’s growing pipeline of clean-power developments. The start of construction demonstrates continued confidence in onshore wind as a core technology for Europe’s energy transition.
Mona and Morgan Offshore Wind (Irish Sea) Secure Port-Infrastructure Investment
The Mona and Morgan offshore wind projects received significant port-infrastructure investment at Belfast Harbour. This funding supports future assembly, logistics and construction activities and strengthens supply-chain readiness for two of the Irish Sea’s most important upcoming offshore wind developments.
Grid Expansion and Transmission Projects Advance
SunZia Wind and Transmission (US) Continues Large-Scale Build-Out
In the United States, work continued on the SunZia Wind and Transmission Project, which is set to become one of the largest wind-to-grid developments in the world. The project will deliver large volumes of clean energy across state lines and improve long-distance transmission capacity at a critical moment for the North American grid.
Solar Developments Strengthen Global Momentum
Across Europe and the United States, multiple utility-scale solar projects moved into final construction phases during November. These developments highlight solar’s continued role as the leading source of new global generating capacity, supported by competitive pricing, strong investor interest and rapid deployment timelines.
Record Renewable Growth Expected in 2025
The progress seen throughout November aligns with forecasts from Ember and the International Energy Agency. Both organisations expect 2025 to deliver record-breaking growth in renewable energy capacity, driven by accelerating offshore wind deployment, large-scale solar expansion and critical grid investment.
As momentum continues to build, 2025 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for global decarbonisation efforts and long-term energy security.
