Japan poised to sweeten offshore wind rules as players get cold feet
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: May 26 2025
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Source: Reuters
Japan's Offshore Wind Ambitions: Japan is looking to enhance incentives for developers in its offshore wind sector, aiming for 45 gigawatts of capacity by 2040 to reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels and lower carbon emissions, despite facing project delays and rising costs.
Industry Challenges and Government Response: Major companies like Mitsubishi and Shell are scaling back their offshore wind operations due to financial losses and project delays, prompting the Japanese government to consider extending project durations, revising tariff systems, and providing tax relief to encourage investment in renewable energy.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.








