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Why is wind energy important in Portugal?

Its potential is even greater Wind energy is a major source of electricity in Portugal, and the wind supply chain has a strong footprint there. Whilst offshore wind offers new perspectives, the speedy permitting and repowering of onshore wind farms remain key for the country to keep reaping the fruits of wind energy.

Where are wind turbines made in Portugal?

Wind energy alone provides jobs for nearly 20,000 people. Simens Gamesa and ENERCON produce wind turbine blades in Vagos and Viana do Castelo respectively, and CS Wind produces steel towers and offshore foundations in their Sever do Vouga and Gafanha da Nazaré factories. Vestas operates an R&D and design centre in Porto.

Should Portugal repower its wind farms?

Nearly all wind farms in Portugal are onshore. The country wants to reach 10.4 GW of onshore wind capacity by 2030, up from 6 GW today. Repowering wind farms that reach the end of their lives between now and the end of the decade – replacing old turbines with new, more efficient ones – should help them reach this goal.

What role will Portuguese ports play in the development of offshore wind?

With the development of offshore wind Portuguese ports will play an increasing role. The ports of Averio, Figueira da Foz and Setubal are already members of WindEurope’s Ports Platform where 35 European ports with active operations and interests in offshore wind share best practices and engage with industry and policy-makers.