Law No. 121 “On offshore wind energy”.

This Law primarily focuses on the regulation of offshore wind energy production, establishing a legal framework for the concession of offshore areas for the construction and operation of wind power plants. Its objectives include promoting renewable energy sources, ensuring compliance with environmental protection standards, and facilitating competitive procedures for awarding concessions. Key legal principles include the necessity for operators to meet eligibility criteria and the requirement for the Ministry of Energy to conduct studies to identify suitable offshore areas for concession. The document outlines several critical measures, including the establishment of eligibility criteria for economic operators wishing to obtain concessions, which must demonstrate technical, financial, and organizational capacity. It specifies that the announcement of concessions must include detailed descriptions of the concession object, qualification criteria, and any support schemes. Additionally, it mandates the organization of competitive procedures for awarding contracts and the management of data related to offshore wind resources by the Ministry of Energy. The implementation plan involves the Ministry of Energy conducting studies to determine offshore areas for concession and managing the competitive awarding process. The document emphasizes the need for compliance with various environmental and safety regulations, requiring multiple approvals from relevant authorities, including environmental protection and national security agencies. Secondary themes include the importance of stakeholder involvement in the process and the establishment of a framework for monitoring and evaluating the impact of offshore wind projects on the environment and local communities.