Abstract targets alone are not enough. We need targeted support to maintain Europe's technology leadership in offshore wind." Sven Utermöhlen, RWE CEO Offshore Wind, says: "Maritime Spatial Planning, the general availability of accessible seabed for both wind farms and grid infrastructure, and faster permitting for both on- and offshore wind are key enablers for the expansion of offshore wind energy. Europe must rigorously drive maritime spatial planning and simplification of the rules and procedures for permitting new wind farms. The REPowerEU Action Plan is a great step forward in that direction. Also, the declaration signed today in Esbjerg demonstrates the high commitment of national governments to accelerate the build-out of offshore wind energy." Mads Nipper, Ørsted CEO, says: "Offshore wind will be a cornerstone in securing European energy independence and in fighting climate change, and the build-out should be accelerated dramatically in the coming years.