Research & Development

Offshore wind is a growing industry in New York State and nationally, and NYSERDA is actively supporting research and development to advance offshore wind technology.

The National Offshore Wind Research and Development Consortium

The National Offshore Wind Research and Development Consortium (Consortium)  is a nationally focused, independent, not-for-profit organization dedicated to managing industry-focused research and development of offshore wind to maximize economic benefits for the United States.

With matching grants from the U.S. Department of Energy and NYSERDA, the Consortium is equipped with $41 million in funding to support initiatives that address barriers to offshore wind development in the U.S. and seek to reduce the levelized cost of electricity.

Through diverse membership from federal and state agencies, offshore wind developers, industry, academia, and private researchers, the Consortium is designed to become financially self-sustaining. An independent board of directors consults with expert advisory groups to develop national research priorities and evaluate research proposals.

Research Solicitations and Awards

The Consortium issues competitive solicitations for offshore wind technology projects, guided by three core research and development pillars:

1. Offshore wind plant technology advancement
2. Offshore wind power resource and physical site characterization
3. Installation, operations and maintenance, and supply chain solutions

For the latest updates on Consortium membership, news, awards, and publications, visit: nationaloffshorewind.org .

Other Research Initiatives

Offshore Wind research is being conducted nationwide. The U.S. Department of Energy’s Wind Energy Technologies Office works closely with BOEM to advance a national strategy for offshore wind development and has allocated over $200 million towards offshore wind research and development.

NYSERDA is also involved in researched related to New York’s marine environment and fisheries. This ongoing environmental research is helping inform the responsible and cost-effective development of offshore wind energy.

NYSERDA's Innovation & Research Program is supporting investment and innovation in offshore wind technologies, supply chains, and solutions.