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UK and Europe Unite for 100 GW Offshore Wind Grid

1/26/2026

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The United Kingdom and nine European countries agreed to create an offshore wind grid in the North Sea, the Hamburg declaration, to be signed by energy ministers and to generate 100 GW of power for 143 million homes.
Edward Miliband, the United Kingdom Energy Secretary, emphasizes the commitment to clean energy.
The UK government recently awarded record subsidy contracts for offshore wind to support a clean electricity system by 2030.

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The United Kingdom and nine European countries agreed to create an offshore wind grid in the North Sea, the Hamburg declaration, to be signed by energy ministers and to generate 100 GW of power for 143 million homes.
Edward Miliband, the United Kingdom Energy Secretary, emphasizes the commitment to clean energy.
The UK government recently awarded record subsidy contracts for offshore wind to support a clean electricity system by 2030.