Wind of Change: US Onshore Wind's Resurgence Sparks Hope 

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Lows and Highs

US onshore wind, after facing a decade-low, is slowly recovering, thanks to improved project economics and the aftermath of a groundbreaking 2022 climate law.

Obstacles and Progress

Overcoming challenges like inflation, higher borrowing costs, and supply-chain issues, developers are breathing new life into the onshore wind sector.

The landmark Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 brought new tax credits for wind developers, aiming to accelerate wind and solar development, providing a boost to the industry.

Facing hurdles and uncertainties, 2023 acted as a reload and reset for onshore wind, setting the stage for a promising future.

Clean Energy Ambitions 

Wind farms play a crucial role in achieving the US goal of 100% clean electricity by 2035, making the onshore wind industry pivotal for a sustainable energy transition.

Challenges Persist

The struggle for the onshore wind sector involves interpreting and implementing the complex provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act, creating hurdles for developers.

Analysts expect onshore wind installations to reach 8.4 gigawatts in 2024, with a steady climb towards nearly 20 gigawatts in 2030, contributing significantly to the clean energy landscape.

Analysts expect onshore wind installations to reach 8.4 gigawatts in 2024, with a steady climb towards nearly 20 gigawatts in 2030, contributing significantly to the clean energy landscape.

The resurgence of the onshore wind industry brings opportunities for manufacturers as projects like SunZia in New Mexico secure significant funding, leading to major turbine orders.

Vestas Wind Systems and General Electric seize the opportunity, selling turbines for the SunZia project, signaling a market reset and increased investability.

While the offshore wind sector grapples with challenges, there is optimism for long-term benefits, including better planning and power contracts to safeguard against inflation.

Giant NM wind farm, SunZia (3.5GW), to be West's biggest!

Powering AZ & CA.  $11B funded, built by Pattern Energy.  Construction underway, green energy by 2026!

The industry, having digested the Inflation Reduction Act, gears up for a surge in new wind projects, contributing to the nation's renewable energy landscape in the coming years.