April 3 Green Energy News – Green Energy Times

Headline News:

“France To Launch 10-GW Offshore Wind Tender” • SER, the Renewables trade association, welcomed the decision by the French government to merge the AO9 and AO10 offshore wind tenders for a single 10-GW auction. The new capacity of 5 GW of fixed-bottom and 5 GW of floating technologies is expected to be brought to market by next year. [reNews]

Offshore wind turbines (Siemens Gamesa image)

“‘Shrinking-Swelling’ Puts Twelve Million French Homes At Risk” • In what is called clay shrinkage-swelling, rupturing pipes, distorted doors and windows, and huge cracks are the threats that face more than twelve million detached homes in France. It results from climate change, as extreme weather events soak and dry the soil alternatively. [Euronews]
“UK Renewables Hit Generation Record” •New government statistics show renewables generated a record share of the UK’s electricity in 2025. This reached 52.5%, marking the second consecutive year above 50%. The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero said clean power output reached 152.5 TWh, up from 144.3 TWh in 2024. [reNews]
“The Trump Administration’s Attempt to Expand Drilling at Chaco Canyon” • The Trump administration advanced the process of increasing oil and gas drilling on a landscape that is sacred to Pueblos and Tribes. It began a 7-day Public Scoping period, the next step in its proposal to open the Greater Chaco Region to oil and gas drilling. [CleanTechnica]
“Maine Renters May Soon Be Able To Access Solar Power After Passage Of Plug-In Bill” • Both the Maine Senate and House of Representatives cast final votes this week in support of LD 1730, which would allow for small, plug-in solar units so renters and other Mainers can access the renewable energy source without a large upfront investment. [Maine Morning Star]