Today, there are 1,470 offshore oil rigs around the world The current united states government administration has an executive order blocking all federal permits and land leases for onshore and offshore wind projects in the us The chart below, based on data from statista, shows where they are located, as of may 2015
Seven regions have more than 100 oil rigs, which can be broadly divided into four areas.
The move was followed by a directive that aimed to roll back regulations on the oil and gas sector, and accelerate drilling and pipeline development
“we will drill, baby, drill,” trump said in his inauguration speech, adding that the us has the “largest amount of oil and gas of any country on earth — and we are going to use it.” Southeast asia regional committee, american bureau of shipping Special committee on mobile offshore drilling units Board of trustees, singapore university of technology and design
Wind turbines off the us coast have become artificial reefs, offering a new habitat for ocean life But wind farms can have a negative effect on other wildlife, such as fish stocks and ocean birds Beyond the immediate and visible damage caused to sea life, oil spills continue to affect marine life and the environment for years Here’s what you need to know.
Offshore wind farms are hitting the headlines for their size and for gaining government backing across the globe
But there are still challenges to overcome. Here are five of the most pressing questions about the white hydrogen industry answered. Developers of onshore and offshore wind projects are facing rising costs, but offshore investments are bearing the brunt of the current industry challenges So, what exactly is happening, why is it important, and what needs to happen to safeguard this vital part of the global energy transition and keep the turbines of tomorrow turning?
