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Wind boom, wind bust (Two Windicators)

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Challenges and Opportunities for Offshore Wind in the Gulf of Mexico

This chapter examines the obstacles encountered by offshore wind energy projects in the Gulf of Mexico, particularly the limited interest in a recent auction. It highlights regional competition from cheaper energy sources and environmental challenges, including hurricanes and lower wind speeds, that complicate development efforts.

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