The government of Jersey has decided it is “premature” to launch the island’s first offshore wind leasing round, citing unclear market conditions and geopolitical risks, a report from the Jersey Cabinet Office said on Tuesday.
The island’s State Assembly voted in 2024 to explore the feasibility of developing an offshore wind array off Jersey’s south-west coast. While ministers noted “potential economic opportunity” and said developers remain “curious” about the prospect, the report warned that conditions are “not currently as favourable as they were in 2022 when this process began.”
The report recommended prioritising discussions with the UK and French governments on electricity export opportunities, but noted that progress will depend on “the responsiveness” of London and Paris.
It added: “Moving to a lease process will be postponed until agreement is reached on market access to a satisfactory position for Jersey followed by an agreement from decision makers to progress.”
