Today’s renewable energy news includes announcements from McDonald’s, OX2, Vestas, LSP Renewables, Fengmiao, among others.
McDonald’s UK Signs PPA for 66 MW Scottish Wind Project
McDonald’s UK has signed a power purchase agreement for output from the 66 MW Cumberhead West wind farm in South Lanarkshire, marking a major step in its clean energy strategy. The deal secures long term renewable electricity to help the company meet its sustainability and net zero goals across restaurants and supply chain operations. The project uses modern onshore wind technology to deliver stable, low cost green power and support Scotland’s renewable growth plans. The investment strengthens developer Bluefield Renewable Developments’ portfolio while enabling McDonald’s to lock in predictable, emission free energy for customers and operations. The agreement highlights growing corporate demand for renewable PPAs as businesses pursue decarbonization, energy cost stability, and long term sustainability performance.
OX2 Acquires 235 MW Wind Portfolio in Romania
OX2 has acquired a 235 MW trio of Romanian wind projects, strengthening its expansion strategy in Eastern Europe. The portfolio includes three early stage developments in Constanța County, an area with strong wind resources and grid connection potential. OX2 plans to apply its advanced wind design, digital modelling, and optimized turbine layouts to enhance project performance as the sites progress toward construction. The investment supports the company’s long term growth plans to scale its onshore wind pipeline and increase its renewable footprint in emerging European markets. For Romania, the projects will deliver new clean energy capacity, support grid decarbonization, and improve long term energy security. Consumers are expected to benefit from more stable, low cost renewable electricity as the wind farms advance.
Vestas Expands Polish Blade Factory to Boost Offshore Wind Capacity
Vestas has announced a major expansion of its Szczecin blade factory in Poland, strengthening its European supply chain for the V236 15 MW offshore turbine. The investment will increase manufacturing capacity, introduce advanced blade production technology, and create new skilled jobs to support growing offshore wind demand. The upgraded facility will supply blades for large scale projects across Europe, aligning with Vestas’ strategy to localize key components and enhance supply chain resilience. The expansion also supports the company’s long term growth plans as offshore turbine sizes increase and global project pipelines accelerate. For consumers and developers, the move enables faster deliveries, improved efficiency, and lower lifecycle costs for offshore wind, reinforcing Europe’s broader clean energy and energy security goals.
LSP Renewables Wins Key Contract for Fengmiao Offshore Wind Project
LSP Renewables has secured a major recruitment and staffing contract for the Fengmiao offshore wind project in Taiwan, reinforcing its position as a leading global talent provider for the offshore sector. The agreement covers specialist roles across engineering, construction, quality, and HSE, supporting the project’s use of advanced offshore wind technology and large scale turbine deployment. The contract aligns with LSP’s strategy to expand in Asia’s rapidly growing offshore wind market and strengthens its long term growth plans in high demand regions. For developers, the partnership ensures access to skilled personnel essential for safe, efficient project delivery. The deal reflects increasing investment in Taiwan’s offshore wind industry and supports consumer benefits through expanded clean energy capacity and improved energy security.
Faheema P