Welsh Government Approves EDF Wind Project

Recent approvals in the renewable energy sector include the construction of five 180-metre high wind turbines at Cefn Manmoel Common in Wales, following a recommendation from the Welsh Government planning inspector that the project will contribute significantly to renewable energy goals and local economic benefits. Additionally, EDF Renewables UK has received approval for the Garn Fach Wind Farm, which will feature 17 turbines and an energy storage facility capable of supporting 85MW of renewable energy, benefiting the community with a £10 million fund and enhanced biodiversity. Meanwhile, in the Philippines, three offshore wind projects with a combined capacity of 1,650MW have secured Certificates of Confirmation of Commerciality from the Department of Energy, marking a significant step towards their development. Lastly, Monobase Wind has achieved an Approval in Principle for its MSPAR floating offshore wind turbine foundation, designed to support larger turbines in deep waters, and plans for a full-scale demonstration are underway for 2026/2027.