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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)’s Grid Deployment Office has opened a $1.25M funding opportunity to accelerate offshore wind deployment along the Atlantic Coast. This initiative will standardize offshore wind transmission equipment, enabling faster project development while enhancing grid reliability and resilience. The consortium of technical experts, managed in collaboration with ConnectWerx, will guide coordinated procurement strategies, ultimately supporting the administration's goal of 30 GW of offshore wind by 2030. Learn moreL https://lnkd.in/eAzB6zRm

Today, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management announced the Final Sale Notice for offshore wind leasing in the Gulf of Maine, with an auction date set for October 29, 2024. This milestone has the ability bring 13 gigawatts of clean, reliable energy to New England, enough to power 4.5 million homes and businesses. "Offshore wind is already benefiting New England with good-paying jobs and valuable investments in ports and manufacturing,” said Turn Forward's Executive Director, Hillary Bright. “Today’s announcement takes us one step closer to expanding those benefits across more communities." For more information, visit BOEM’s Gulf of Maine activities page: https://lnkd.in/eUhjGAWt

Maine continues to make progress in offshore wind with UMaine’s VolturnUS floating turbine technology and a new research array in the Gulf of Maine. The array will help researchers understand how offshore wind can coexist with marine ecosystems, fisheries, and wildlife. This initiative, in partnership with Boston-based Diamond Offshore Wind and Maine’s Offshore Wind Research Consortium, focuses on gathering data that will support the responsible development of offshore wind energy in the region. These efforts are key to ensuring the growth of clean energy while protecting Maine’s local industries and environment. Learn more about this project: https://lnkd.in/gzqrA39f

In case you missed it last week: the nation's first multistate procurement for offshore wind energy was announced by state leaders in RI and MA!

Today’s historic multistate offshore wind procurement is the largest selection in New England history! Massachusetts and Rhode Island selected four bids from three projects totaling nearly 3,000 megawatts. Together, the projects will generate clean, reliable power for 1.4 million Massachusetts homes and over 125,000 Rhode Island homes. Offshore wind is providing transformative benefits to New England communities – driving economic investment, creating good-paying jobs, and establishing a robust supply chain in the region. This historic multistate procurement is crucial to helping both states meet their climate goals, keeping the air and water clean while providing MA and RI residents with reliable, affordable electricity. https://lnkd.in/gthG_Fps

Our Executive Director Hillary Bright and Senior Director of Strategy and Advocacy Catherine Bowes had productive meetings in DC today discussing the future of #OffshoreWind and its critical role in America's clean energy transition! Together, we're pushing forward for a sustainable, equitable, and resilient energy future.

The Biden-Harris administration has approved the nation’s 10th commercial-scale #OffshoreWind project! US Wind, Inc’s Maryland Offshore Wind development will generate 2,200 MW of clean, reliable energy—enough to power 770,000 homes—and create 2,680 jobs annually over the next seven years. At Turn Forward, we see this as a clear reflection of the growing momentum behind offshore wind in the U.S. As our Executive Director Hillary Bright said, "Offshore wind is not only delivering clean power, but also creating family-sustaining jobs and driving economic growth." https://lnkd.in/gWwRUfPm

Ørsted is expanding its footprint in Rhode Island with a new office in Providence, reflecting the company’s commitment to creating more local jobs and driving economic growth. As Revolution Wind progresses, Ørsted is also bidding on a new 1,184 MW project, which would further position Rhode Island as a leader in the U.S. offshore wind industry. With over $1.5 billion already invested in the state, Ørsted continues to play a key role in advancing clean energy and supporting local communities. For more, check out this story in the The Providence Journal: https://lnkd.in/gZXyyzcy

The U.S. #OffshoreWind industry is powering ahead! National Renewable Energy Laboratory's latest Offshore Wind Market Report highlights significant advancements, including a 53% increase in offshore wind capacity and the delivery of the first commercial-scale wind power to New York. With 4.1GW under construction and new lease areas in the Gulf of Maine, Central Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, and Oregon, the momentum is undeniable. State and federal support is stronger than ever, with $10 billion in federal funding and over 45GW of state procurement mandates by 2040. The future is bright for offshore wind, and the industry is well-positioned for long-term growth. Learn more in the report: https://lnkd.in/eR2eraxw

The offshore wind industry is proving to be a monumental economic force in the U.S., driving $24 billion in investments across 37 states and delivering thousands of well-paying jobs. As we see projects rise from coast to coast, the impact is clear—this is more than just an energy transition; it’s an economic revolution. With 14 GW of projects federally approved and more on the way, let’s harness this momentum to build a stronger, cleaner future. Read more from Oceantic Network: https://lnkd.in/dEpCudcH