Wind energy is key to trying to recover Europe from the pandemic, according to the WindEurope association, as new industry projects are competitive and ready to contribute.
At the same time, he emphasizes that in order to achieve the goals of the Green Agreement, five times more wind will be needed than today. Once the right regulatory framework is in place, wind energy promises immediate and lasting job creation to stimulate the European economy, while during the pandemic wind farms proved resilient to production conditions and new facilities, according to WindEurope.
For the association, the two most important parameters for job creation are a) government commitments to further expand RES with clear quantities and auction schedules and b) simple rules and procedures for licensing new wind farms. The national energy plans submitted are clear in terms of quantities, but lacking in terms of licensing and this jeopardizes employment in the sector.
As WindEurope head Jill Dixon put it, “National plans are a big step forward for future RES projects and most auction plans and timetables are positive. If implemented, the EU will reach 33%.” with RES by 2030. Now, governments need to be proactive and start translating projects into legislation. they will not achieve the quantities and the ambitious goals will remain academic “.
