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Working together to responsibly develop offshore wind energy.

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Offshore Wind Stakeholder Engagement

Stakeholder input is a critical component for the responsible development of renewable energy resources for New York State. Since the beginning of our program, NYSERDA has prioritized identifying and engaging with key stakeholder groups, especially routine ocean users, such as mariners and fishermen, whose activities will help shape offshore wind development.

Offshore wind development involves collaboration and cooperation between project developers, communities, marine users, labor organizations, state and city officials, and more. NYSERDA’s Guiding Principles for Offshore Wind Stakeholder Engagement [PDF] are intended to support developers as they design their Stakeholder Engagement Plans, which are required in NYSERDA’s solicitations for Offshore Wind Renewable Energy Certificates (ORECs).

Learning From the Experts Webinar Series

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NYSERDA is hosting an educational webinar series, called Learning from the Experts, to connect the public with independent experts in key topics in offshore wind. These webinars are specifically designed to offer information for those new to offshore wind by providing a foundational knowledge of wind farm technologies, development practices, regulatory processes, and research initiatives.

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For Communities

NYSERDA is working to educate communities on the threats of climate change and the tremendous benefits of offshore wind development for our environment, our economy, and our workforce.

For Businesses and Job Seekers

NYSERDA is working with partners from other State agencies, industry, labor, and academia to identify pathways to well-paying careers in offshore wind and develop training programs for New York job seekers.

For Educators

Offshore Wind is an exciting new industry in the U.S. moving New York State towards a clean energy future, and NYSERDA is eager to inspire the next generation of innovators. Working with educators, NYSERDA is engaging young people to describe how offshore wind benefit New York’s communities, and to discuss future career opportunities.

Looking for information on fishing, the environment, the supply chain, maritime, or environmental justice issues? Visit our Focus Areas page to learn more about NYSERDA’s efforts to promote cost-effective and responsible development.

 

For a full list of NYSERDA’s offshore wind resources, see our Resources Library.

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Interested in staying up to date with the latest news on New York’s offshore wind industry? Subscribe to the Offshore Wind email list to receive information about solicitations, events, and more.

Have a question about offshore wind in New York State? Contact NYSERDA offshore wind staff.