Wind Energy – Vineyard Offshore
Vineyard Offshore announced a new proposal submitted to the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) to develop Excelsior Wind.
The 1,350 megawatt (MW) offshore wind project, located 24 miles from the nearest shoreline, will deliver enough electricity to power more than 700,000 New York homes.
Proposed by Vineyard Offshore – a team with industry-leading experience working collaboratively with local partners – Excelsior Wind is submitted with more than 100 letters of support from local leaders and a host of stakeholders, including labour unions, fishermen, local businesses, workforce development agencies, and environmental organizations.
“Vineyard Offshore knows how to deliver clean, reliable energy because we listen, learn, and develop our projects with the input of community partners,” said Vineyard Offshore CEO Alicia Barton. “As a result, Excelsior Wind will generate billions in economic benefits over the long term, create family-sustaining jobs, support local businesses, and help New York get on track to achieving its nation-leading climate goals. With NYSERDA’s approval, we will be ready to hit the ground running.”
Excelsior Wind will improve air quality and public health outcomes, reduce negative environmental impacts, and avoid nearly 1.2 million tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions annually from the New York ISO grid each year — equal to taking 268,000 cars off the road.
