The UK and nine European countries have agreed to build a massive offshore wind power grid in the North Sea. The plan will turn the aging oil basin into a “clean energy reservoir” and supply electricity to millions of homes. The countries involved are the UK, Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, and Norway. They will link wind farms with high-voltage subsea cables, connecting multiple nations and creating a shared energy network. The project is expected to provide 100GW of offshore wind power, enough to power 143 million homes. Energy ministers will formalize the agreement on Monday in the “Hamburg declaration.” UK Energy Secretary Ed Miliband said the pact shows the UK is “standing up for our national interest” and moving away from dependence on fossil fuels. The announcement comes just days after U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Europe’s wind power plans. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, he said, “The more windmills a country has, the more money that country loses and the worse that country is doing.” Despite Trump’s remarks, the agreement signals Europe’s continued commitment to renewable energy. North Sea nations previously pledged in 2023 to build 300GW of offshore wind by 2050. The new 100GW grid will contribute significantly to that long-term target. Miliband is also expected to sign a statement of intent with Germany, Belgium, Denmark, and the Netherlands to advance cross-border offshore electricity projects. The plan includes joint planning, cost sharing, and shared infrastructure. Energy UK, the country’s trade association, fully supports the initiative. CEO Dhara Vyas said the pact is “not just a strategic necessity, it is the most effective way to bring down energy costs for households and businesses while fuelling sustainable economic growth and high-value jobs for years to come.” Last year, wind and solar overtook fossil fuels in the EU’s electricity generation, producing 30% of the bloc’s power. In the UK, the government recently awarded record subsidies for offshore wind projects, supporting the goal of a fully clean electricity system by 2030. The North Sea wind power grid is expected to be a landmark in European energy cooperation. It will link multiple countries, support renewable energy targets, and provide a major step toward reducing carbon emissions. The project also aims to create jobs and strengthen supply chains across participating nations.