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Onshore vs offshore wind energy: what’s the difference?

Onshore and offshore wind turbines differ in their location, size, scale and how the power they generate is delivered.
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This report reviews the differences between onshore and offshore wind energy, briefly introduces the history of each, and describes the advantages and disadvantages of each according to location, size, scale, and the method of generating power transmission.

Taking the UK’s promotion of clean energy power generation as an example, the future development and trends of offshore wind energy were published.

Please use the questions below to help you understand : 1.How should Taiwan or your country develop offshore wind energy? 2.What industries could benefit from offshore wind turbines?

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