Corporate report

Economic impact of NERC on the development of UK offshore wind

This report describes how Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) investment in environmental science has helped power the UK’s offshore wind energy sector.

From:: NERC
Published:: 30 June 2025

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Assessing the impact of NERC research funding on the development of UK offshore wind: final summary report (PDF)

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The commissioned analysis found that long-term NERC funding delivered through our research centres has been an important factor in the development of the industry.

It has delivered £3.3 billion in economic value via research, data and modelling that is used by all of the sector’s main players.

This represents a 23-fold return on NERC’s investment since 2000.

The investment has powered the growth of the sector, while protecting key marine species and habitats.

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