Wind power generation in the Netherlands
Wind energy capacity, 1990-2024 | Compendium voor de Leefomgeving
Development of wind energy capacity in the Netherlands (total, onshore, by province, and offshore) between 1990 and 2024. Targets 2020 per province and offshore target 2023.
How many wind turbines in the Netherlands?
At the end of 2020, the Netherlands counted 2,606 wind turbines to generate electricity, 2,144 of which are located on shore, including those in inland waterways and 462 are installed offshore.
Netherlands
The Netherlands target of 21 GW offshore wind in 2032 and the national policy to support the offshore wind development is still in place. These wind farms will then supply 16% of the energy the
Dutch Wind Power Generates Less Electricity in First Half of 2025
Despite the government''s long-term energy transition goals, fossil fuel generation surged in early 2025. Coal-fired electricity rose by 72 percent year-on-year, with both coal and natural gas
Wind power continues to grow in the Netherlands
Wind energy powers millions of Dutch homes and supports thousands of jobs in manufacturing, installation, and services. As wind capacity grows, it contributes significantly to
Wind power in the Netherlands
Wind power accounted for 18% of the Netherlands''s total installed power generation capacity and 22% of total power generation in 2023.
Wind power in the Netherlands
In March 2022, the Dutch government announced that by 2030 offshore wind was to become the Netherlands'' biggest power source, aiming at 21 GW of installed capacity.
New offshore wind farms
When we reach the 21 GW goal, Dutch offshore wind farms will supply 16% of the energy we need in the Netherlands. Permits for 5.5 GW of capacity have already been awarded to
Wind energy in the Netherlands
Read all about onshore wind energy, offshore wind energy and the role of wind energy in the climate plans of the Dutch government.
Wind Energy in The Netherlands powers 5.7 million homes
The Netherlands is a shining example of how wind energy can make Europe''s energy mix smarter and cleaner. To learn more about how wind is powering Europe''s energy transition, come to the
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