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The state of Mass. is going all in on wind power with this Salem project but the big question is: what's going to happen with the next RFP for offshore wind contracts? Vineyard Wind is under construction but two other wind farms for Mass. (not to mention many others along the East Coast) have been shelved because of higher interest rates and supply costs. Massachusetts is taking an interesting approach by teaming up with Connecticut and Rhode Island on the next wave of wind farm development but will it be enough to secure properly competitive bids?

𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗰𝗵𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘁𝘁𝘀 & 𝗥𝗵𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗜𝘀𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗻𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝟯 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 Massachusetts and Rhode Island award three contracts totaling 2,878 MW in the conclusion of the latest offshore wind procurement round in New England. Contracts were awarded to Avangrid, OW Ocean Winds, and Vineyard Offshore, resulting in the largest offshore wind procurement in New England history. Three projects received contacts from the state: New England Wind 1 (#Avangrid), SouthCoast Wind (#OceanWinds), and Vineyard Wind 2. Massachusetts will receive 1,087 MW from SouthCoast Wind, 800 MW from Vineyard Wind 2, and 791 MW from New England Wind 1, while Rhode Island will receive 200 MW from SouthCoast Wind. During the projects’ construction periods, they’ll use purpose-built American vessels, manufacturing facilities, and deep-water ports that have undergone massive redevelopment to support the offshore wind industry, including New Bedford and Salem, Massachusetts as well as ProvPort in Rhode Island. Read the full press release via https://lnkd.in/g-vB8FAD Are you interested in the US market? Get in touch with us via events@hhwe.eu, and participate in our upcoming activities in the ACP Offshore WINDPOWER and the International Partnering Forum (IPF)! #RenewableEnergy #EnergyTransition #OffshoreWind #OffshoreWindEnergy #WindEnergy #WindPower

As offshore wind establishes itself in America, so too do local supply chains. This new network of companies has come together to engineer, manufacture, and construct turbines in the ocean and deliver clean, renewable power to our country’s grid. Keeping that supply chain humming are hardworking people across the country — from mountain towns in the heartland to coastal communities and big cities — who are helping the offshore wind industry turn America’s "rust belt" into a "green belt." As new projects take shape, these networks shift in response. Take local Tier 1 supplier for secondary steel, Riggs Distler, which has stood up operations in both Rhode Island and New York, moving with the industry and serving as the nexus between suppliers and developers like Ørsted. Watch our video and read more (link below) about how the offshore wind supply chain of the great state of New York is alive and at work helping to strengthen American manufacturing. https://lnkd.in/gHvew7-8 #OSWatWork #Offshorejobs #offshorewind #cleanenergy #manufacturing #NewYork

AUSTRALIA GRANTS LICENCES FOR SIX OFFSHORE WIND FARMS Australia's federal government has granted feasibility licences to six offshore wind farm projects in the Gippsland region of Victoria. The licences will allow developers to conduct environmental and geotechnical surveys in the designated wind farm zone, paving the way for their construction. The successful projects, including proposals from companies such as Ørsted and Iberdrola, have the potential to deliver 25 GW of generation capacity - exceeding Victoria's current capacity and will compensate for the country's phase-out of coal-fired power. The wind farms are expected to create 15,000 jobs during construction and 7,500 permanent positions thereafter. This aligns with Victoria's ambitious targets for offshore wind, aiming for at least 2 GW by 2032 and 9 GW by 2040. Australia's Climate Change and Energy Minister, Chris Bowen, hailed the milestone, stating that the new clean energy industry will deliver reliable renewables and secure jobs for the Gippsland region. ⚡ Follow MPS (Modern Power Systems) for all the latest news daily from the global power generation industry ⚡ #MPS #power #energy #powergeneration #windenergy #renewableenergy

📰ARTICLE (5 min read): In mid-May, Network staff visited South Fork Wind, the first completed commercial-scale offshore wind project in the United States. South Fork Wind provides a window into the economic opportunity offshore wind presents the nation. "The project is a test case for the potential offshore wind has to be America’s next great industry. Building the modestly-sized project required a supply chain that stretched across at least 19 states sparked nearly $1 billion in new investments from upstate New York and Connecticut to the Gulf Coast supporting it and other near-term projects. The Network identified 173 supply chain..." Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4eaZHN8 #OSWatWork #offshorejobs #offshorewind

𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗛𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗕𝗢𝗘𝗠 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗮𝗹! 🗽⚙️ Exciting developments in the US offshore wind sector as the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) greenlights Equinor's Construction and Operations Plan (COP) for the Empire Wind project in New York. With approvals in place for both Empire Wind 1 (816 MW) and Empire Wind 2 (1,260 MW), Equinor is gearing up to kick off construction later this year. Situated off the coast of Long Island and Long Branch, New Jersey, Empire Wind promises to become a significant contributor to New York's renewable energy goals. With advanced planning and development, Empire Wind 1 aims to deliver its first power to New Yorkers by 2026, marking a pivotal step towards a greener future. 💨🌍 #EmpireWind #Equinor #USA #LongIsland #NewYork #America #UnitedStates #America #RenewableEnergy #OffshoreWindPower #GreenFuture #RoC #RoCdrill #Wind #WindNews #GreenEnergy #RenewableFuture #SustainablePower #WindFarm #Offshore #OffshoreWind #RoCdrill #Rocconsult

A big step in the #EnergyTransition The South Shore Wind Farm off Block Island is generating 💥 To achieve this requires huge #SupplyNetworkTransformation The assembly line for South Fork begins miles away from the offshore site, at the State Pier in New London, Conn. The project — which is a joint venture between Eversource, a New England utility, and Orsted, a Danish company — has been a global operation. The biggest components, including turbine blades as long as a football field, are manufactured in Europe, where offshore wind farms are more prevalent. #WillingnessToCommit This has been in the works for twenty years…. But we need streamlining of laws and regulations to mitigate NIMBYism And #AbilityToProfit Developers and markets need strong, consistent signals on revenue flows Good to see #GearsOfChange turning Story here https://lnkd.in/ecREZ-MT By Patrick McGeehan and Joe Buglewicz

New South Wales (NSW) faces significantly higher costs for offshore wind projects compared to Victoria, mainly due to geographical and infrastructural differences. The deep waters off NSW necessitate expensive engineering solutions, while Victoria's Gippsland region benefits from shallower waters that simplify turbine installation. Victoria's advanced infrastructure and expertise in offshore wind further reduce costs. In contrast, NSW must invest in new transmission lines to connect to the power grid, driving up expenses. Additionally, community opposition and unclear government support in NSW heighten project risks, whereas Victoria's more supportive environment helps mitigate costs. https://lnkd.in/g4rmbdEy

More than 5,400 megawatts of clean #offshorewind energy have been proposed for New England states. There certainly have been hiccups in in the last year in advancing offshore #windpower, but hopefully some of these projects can advance and deliver #cleanenergy reliably and affordably.

This is your last chance to secure Early Bird pricing for the 2024 Pacific Offshore Wind Summit, which is convening this spring in Sacramento, California on May 13-15. After March 1, registration prices go up $200. Register Now to take advantage of Early Bird pricing and join us for two days of insightful discussions, deliberations, and networking to advance the future of offshore wind in California. In addition to our Early Bird reminder, we're thrilled to offer you an exclusive sneak peek into one of our most anticipated panel discussions. Charting the Course: Insights from California's Offshore Wind Leaseholders Hear directly from the five leaseholders from the December 2022 California offshore wind auction as they discuss progress on their plans, the future of offshore wind in California, and the path to deploy this vital resource at scale. Our distinguished panelists will explore opportunities to collaborate with state and federal agencies, coastal communities, Tribes, and other ocean users, while addressing opportunities and obstacles to realizing offshore wind’s full potential. Confirmed Speakers for Leaseholder Panel, Tuesday Morning, May 14: ● Alicia Barton, CEO, Vineyard Offshore ● Michael Brown, CEO, Ocean Winds North America ● Sam Eaton, President & CEO of RWE Offshore Holdings ● Martin Goff, Head of Renewables, Pacific Region, Equinor ● Daniel Runyan, Sr. VP Offshore Wind Development, Invenergy This panel discussion promises to offer valuable insights and perspectives that are crucial to shaping the future of floating offshore wind deployment in California. Don't miss your chance to engage with this enlightening conversation! Remember, Early Bird Pricing ends after March 1. Secure your spot today so you don't miss out on this opportunity. We look forward to seeing you in Sacramento! #offshorewind #floatingwind #cleanenergy #renewables #climate #offshorewindca #pacificoffshorewindsummit