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The Wind is at Your Back: Why Governments are Boosting Wind Energy Incentives

Posted on May 22, 2025 By Tom Clansy No Comments on The Wind is at Your Back: Why Governments are Boosting Wind Energy Incentives

In the face of climate change, many countries are scrambling to reduce their reliance on fossil fuels and transition to cleaner, greener sources of energy. And one of the most exciting developments in this space is the rapid growth of wind energy. But did you know that, despite its growing popularity, the wind industry still relies heavily on government incentives to make it viable? In fact, a staggering 90% of the world’s wind farms rely on tax credits or grants to stay afloat.

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This is why governments around the world are upping the ante when it comes to wind energy incentives. From the US to Europe, governments are offering a range of sweeteners to encourage developers to invest in wind energy projects. And it’s paying off – wind energy has seen significant growth in recent years, with installed capacity increasing by 20% in the past five years alone.

So what’s behind this surge in wind energy incentives? One reason is the urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The International Energy Agency (IEA) estimates that wind energy could provide up to 30% of the world’s electricity by 2050, making it a crucial component of a low-carbon energy mix. But to get there, governments need to create an attractive environment for investors.

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Another reason for the growth in wind energy incentives is the falling cost of wind technology. Advances in turbine design and manufacturing have made wind energy more competitive with fossil fuels, but it’s still not cheap. Incentives help level the playing field, making it possible for wind energy to compete with coal and gas.

But what kind of incentives are governments offering? The US, for example, has a Production Tax Credit (PTC) that provides a 2.4-cent tax credit for every kilowatt-hour of electricity generated by a wind farm. The UK, meanwhile, offers a Contract for Difference (CfD) mechanism that guarantees a fixed price for wind energy producers.

Other countries are getting creative with their incentives. Norway, for example, offers a “guarantee of origin” certificate that allows wind energy producers to sell their electricity at a premium on the wholesale market. And in Australia, the government has introduced a new “renewable energy target” that requires utilities to generate 20% of their electricity from renewables by 2020.

Of course, not everyone is happy about the growth in wind energy incentives. Some argue that they distort the market, making it harder for fossil fuel producers to compete. Others worry about the impact on local communities, who may not want wind farms in their backyard.

But the benefits of wind energy incentives far outweigh the costs. By supporting the growth of wind energy, governments can reduce greenhouse gas emissions, create jobs, and stimulate local economies. As the world continues to transition to a low-carbon economy, wind energy is likely to play an increasingly important role. And with governments around the world offering a range of incentives to support it, the wind is indeed at our backs.

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