Exploring Coexistence Opportunities for Offshore Wind and Fisheries in South Korea

South Korea is targeting to generate 21.6% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030. Although the national government recognises the potential of offshore wind to provide reliable, scalable and sustainable sources of electricity, the commercial development of offshore wind remains gradual.

Local acceptance issues, especially the perceived clashes of interests between fishers and the offshore wind industry, has given rise to legitimate concerns within the fishing community.

The report draws from successful international case studies to formulate key recommendations for South Korean policymakers to enable offshore wind  to cohabit with the local fishing industry in a mutually beneficial way.