offshore wind has arrived in the us

  • Strong, reliable winds and predictable long term power output
  • Rapidly increasing energy demand and few large scale alternatives for renewable energy generation
  • Vast areas of outer continental shelf suitable for development
  • Close proximity between wind farm sites and major energy demand centers
  • Significant economic and workforce development opportunities
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Source: https://www.boem.gov/renewable-energy/offshore-renewable-activities

Key Facts About US Offshore Wind

  • 40+ gigawatts of demand​ on the East Coast alone
  • Enough power for millions of American homes
  • 8+ East Coast states with offshore wind procurement mandates
  • 25+ Federal lease areas positioned for development 
  • ​2000+ turbines to be installed in next few decades
  • Tens of thousands of jobs to be created
  • ​$200B+ to be spent on construction and operations
  • Domestic port and supply chain investments critically needed