American Clean Power applauds Maine, Massachusetts offshore wind proposal
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) has confirmed its support for a joint proposal by the states of Maine and Massachusetts that would increase offshore wind development.
The two states have submitted a proposal to receive nearly $200 million through the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG) program. The application is to bolster critical port infrastructure essential for unlocking the potential of offshore wind in northern New England. It is the only CPRG proposal focused on offshore wind development in the nation.
“This grant award would catalyze offshore wind energy projects across New England, positioning the region as an industry leader,” Anne Reynolds, ACP vice president for offshore wind, said. “The development of this offshore wind network would stimulate significant private investment—more than ten times the amount of the original grant awarded. We commend the collaborative efforts of Maine and Massachusetts in pursuing these federal funds to advance critical offshore wind industry infrastructure in the United States.”
The joint effort by the New England states seek to set a standard for interstate collaboration on offshore wind infrastructure development.
Key components of their proposal include the development of a purpose-built facility in Searsport, Maine, designed for floating offshore wind alongside coordinated efforts for port infrastructure and vessels across state borders.
The Maine-Massachusetts initiative underscores the need for both fixed bottom and floating offshore wind technologies necessary to meet increasing electricity demands.
