January 12, 2025

Offshore Wind (OSW)

Lone RI OSW Proposal to be Evaluated for Affordability
Rhode Island Energy said it hoped to receive more than one proposal in the state’s second offshore solicitation but recognizes the challenges facing the sector.
Orsted, Eversource Propose Revolution Wind 2
The two companies are proposing an 884-MW wind farm off the coast of Rhode Island.
NJ DEP
NJ Outlines OSW Research Projects amid Ocean Enviro Anxiety
New Jersey's plan to spend $26 million in developer contributions to monitor the impact of OSW on coastal marine life drew skepticism from environmentalists.
University of Maine
Maine Finalizes Offshore Wind Roadmap
The Maine Offshore Wind Roadmap is the result of 18 months’ work by 96 committee members studying the concept from every angle.
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Massachusetts Staffs Up with Regional Energy Experts
Massachusetts’ Energy and Environmental Affairs office recruited veteran policy makers to fill new positions aimed at improving regional energy collaboration.
DOE
DOE Launches West Coast OSW Transmission Study
Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm opened the Department of Energy’s Floating Offshore Wind Shot Summit with announcements of DOE’s latest initiatives.
BOEM
Interior Proposes 1st Lease for Offshore Wind in Gulf of Mexico
The Department of the Interior proposed the first auction for leases to build offshore wind farms in the Gulf of Mexico.
PSEG
PSEG CEO Says Need for ‘Predictability’ Drives OSW Sale
PSEG's CEO said the utility is exiting offshore wind but sees potential in keeping its nukes alive now that they are eligible for federal tax credits.
NJBPU / Ørsted
New Jersey BPU Grants Second Easement for OSW Project
N.J. regulators overruled local governments to grant the state’s first offshore wind project an easement to connect its turbines to a substation onshore.
Gov. Murphy
NJ Governor Sets Out Accelerated Emissions Targets
Gov. Phil Murphy outlined initiatives to accelerate reaching net zero, including 2035 targets for ending power sector emissions and selling of gas-powered cars.

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