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German Economy and Energy Minister Katherina Reiche, fourth from left, poses for a family photo with her counterparts and other ministers during the North Sea Summit.

Video. EU energy ministers pledge to boost offshore wind power in North Sea

Updated: 26/01/2026 - 18:13 GMT+1

Nine European governments have agreed to expand offshore wind capacity across the North Sea to up to 100 GW by facilitating key cross-border projects. Ministers said the completion of these ambitions will cut electricity costs by 30% by 2040.

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