US Offshore Wind Halts, Japan Launches First Floating Farm

The podcast addresses critical issues in the wind energy sector, focusing on the potential cancellation of five U.S. offshore wind projects due to a federal halt, driven by national security concerns. The speakers highlight the economic implications, including potential electricity price increases and the risk of stalled projects leaving costly infrastructure in the water. They also explore Japan's new Gotoh floating wind farm, examining its potential to advance floating offshore wind technology and manufacturing, while considering the challenges of scaling up turbine size and managing inter-array cable costs. Additionally, the podcast discusses the increasing incidents of sabotage targeting undersea cables in the Baltic Sea, emphasizing the need for enhanced monitoring and security measures to protect critical infrastructure.