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Renewable Energy Production in the Mediterranean: Exploring the Potential for Offshore Wind Development

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Summary:ABSTRACT: This study presents an overview of the current state of the Maritime Spatial Planning among the Mediterranean countries, explores the previous studies on evaluating the offshore wind potential of the Mediterranean region along with the criteria for suitable site selection. Based on a review of the current state of offshore renewable energy, the potential locations offshore wind will be explored for the Mediterranean coastline case study area. The research concludes with a set of critical considerations related to the need for proper synergies establishment among different stakeholders and for cultivating social acceptance and community engagement. The analysis aims to support decision-makers evaluating the potential of the Mediterranean coastal area in supporting the energy transition goal.
Main Authors:Simões, Teresa
Other Authors:Tsami, Maria; Nieto, Felix; Huvaj, Nejan
Subject:Renewable energies Offshore wind resource Coastal areas Mediterranean countries
Year:2025
Country:Portugal
Document type:research article
Access type:open access
Associated institution:Laboratório Nacional de Energia e Geologia, I.P.
Language:English
Origin:Repositório do LNEG
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Summary:ABSTRACT: This study presents an overview of the current state of the Maritime Spatial Planning among the Mediterranean countries, explores the previous studies on evaluating the offshore wind potential of the Mediterranean region along with the criteria for suitable site selection. Based on a review of the current state of offshore renewable energy, the potential locations offshore wind will be explored for the Mediterranean coastline case study area. The research concludes with a set of critical considerations related to the need for proper synergies establishment among different stakeholders and for cultivating social acceptance and community engagement. The analysis aims to support decision-makers evaluating the potential of the Mediterranean coastal area in supporting the energy transition goal.

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