The share of wind capacity stuck in permitting in Europe surpasses the US, China and India
75% confidence
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Omissions
The 81% figure refers specifically to 'renewable wind capacity' in Europe, but does not necessarily mean Europe has a higher percentage than all other major economies - the comparison with US, China and India could not be independently verified
The WEF article citing GlobalData was published in September 2024, which is before the claim date of March 2026, making it a valid source the MEP could have referenced
No primary source (GlobalData original report) was found - only secondary sources citing this data
Sources
SecondaryWorld Economic Forum81% of European renewable wind capacity is stuck in various permitting stages
SecondaryEnergy MonitorThe EU has four times more wind capacity in permitting than under construction