Spain Initiates Consultation for First Offshore Wind Auction with 3 GW Target by 2030
The Spanish government has launched a consultation on February 3, 2026, to gather input for its first offshore wind auction, aiming to install 3 GW of offshore wind capacity by 2030. The consultation addresses potential wind energy areas, capacity, award criteria, and the introduction of a Contract for Difference (CfD) support scheme, which includes provisions for indexation to incentivize investment. Feedback is sought on the competitive bidding process, target capacity, and commissioning timelines for the offshore wind farms.
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On February 3, 2026, Spain's Ministry of Ecological Transition launched a consultation for its first offshore wind auction, targeting 3 GW of installed capacity by 2030. Industry concerns have been raised regarding the slow development of the regulatory framework necessary for the auction.
The consultation seeks input on potential wind energy areas, capacity, award criteria, and the introduction of a Contract for Difference (CfD) support scheme. It also explores the use of indexation in CfDs to stabilize returns for developers. Feedback is requested on competitive bidding, target capacity, and commissioning timelines for the awarded offshore wind farms.
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