British Embassy in Santiago contributes to advance offshore wind development in Chile
The British Embassy in Santiago earlier this month organized an event which brought together government authorities, industry representatives and academia to discuss key findings of the reports and explore next steps for the development of offshore wind development in Chile.
The British Embassy in Santiago recently hosted an event to discuss the potential for offshore wind development in Chile. Government authorities, industry representatives, and academics gathered to review key findings from reports on the subject. The studies, conducted by ORE Catapult, a leading UK innovation center for offshore renewable energy, were presented at the British Ambassador's Residence on August 12th.
These reports highlighted Chile's favorable conditions for offshore wind development, identifying several key areas for improvement. These include regulatory measures, coordination among public institutions, planning for electricity transmission infrastructure, and developing local capabilities and supply chains. The event, opened by British Ambassador David Concar, featured a panel discussion on next steps for the industry.
Panelists included representatives from the Ministry of Energy, InvestChile, the University of Adolfo Ibáñez, and CENTRA. The researchers emphasized the potential for offshore wind to revitalize ports, attract new investments, and create high-skilled jobs, particularly in industrial regions like Biobío. The recommendations, informed by UK experience and stakeholder consultations, aim to create a competitive, scalable, and attractive market for private investment.
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