Californians back offshore wind in new poll

Public support for offshore wind power in California remains high, with 75% of adults in favour of projects off the state’s coast, according to the latest survey by the Public Policy Institute of California.

The figure rises to 77% among likely voters and includes majority support across party lines, with 88% of Democrats and 61% of Republicans backing offshore wind and wave energy development.

The PPIC’s July 2025 “Californians and the Environment” survey found support had increased from 72% in 2019 and remained strong across all demographic and regional groups.

Backing for offshore wind reached 77% among coastal residents and 71% among inland residents.

The survey also reported that 80% of Californians believe climate change poses a serious threat to the state’s economy and quality of life, while 62% said they are already experiencing its effects.

The findings follow California’s approval in 2024 of a $10bn climate bond, which included $475m to upgrade ports for offshore wind power.

Last summer, the California Energy Commission adopted a strategic plan targeting 25GW of offshore wind by 2045.

The goal represents around 15–20% of the state’s planned new clean electricity and could power up to 25 million homes.

Offshore Wind California said the strategy underscores the state’s commitment to climate action, clean energy, and energy security.

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