Journal of Pollution

An Examination of How Wind Farm Development Affects the Marine Environment

Abstract

Kong Wash*

The transition toward renewable energy has driven the rapid expansion of offshore wind farms, capitalizing on the strong and consistent winds over marine environments. While these developments contribute to climate change mitigation and energy sustainability, they also pose complex challenges to marine ecosystems. This article explores the multifaceted environmental impacts of offshore wind farms, including habitat disturbance, noise pollution, changes in water quality and potential benefits such as artificial reef creation and biodiversity enhancement.