World’s Largest Wind Farm Approved in Scotland

Scottish authorities approved the Berwick Bank offshore wind farm, which is set to become the world’s largest and could power up to six million homes, contributing significantly to UK decarbonization targets by 2030. The SSE-led project is expected to generate £8.3 billion in economic impact and create 9,300 jobs, but has drawn criticism from environmental groups and Donald Trump over seabird risks and turbine aesthetics. In the US, the Environmental Protection Agency has delayed stricter methane emission rules for oil and gas producers, granting an 18-month reprieve as part of broader deregulatory efforts. Australia continues to accelerate its renewable rollout, as seen with the rapid approval of the 90-megawatt Summerville solar farm, which exemplifies how streamlined environmental laws can speed up energy transition projects. These developments reflect the global push for renewables while highlighting ongoing debates over environmental, economic, and regulatory tradeoffs. The varying responses underscore the complexities of decarbonization efforts across different countries.