Offshore Wind Power: A New Era of Energy
July 09 2024 - 2:38PM
The U.S. offshore wind sector is at the intersection of economic
vitality, technological innovation, and environmental necessity.
Nationally and in local communities, offshore wind projects are
strengthening our economy, growing jobs, enhancing the grid and
providing energy independence.
Offshore wind also improves air quality, reduces respiratory
illnesses and related healthcare costs, and safeguards
ecosystems.
The American Clean Power Association (ACP) is at the forefront
of the expanding clean energy industry in the U.S., bringing
together over 800 companies in energy storage, wind, utility-scale
solar, clean hydrogen, and transmission. ACP plays a pivotal role
in advancing America’s national security, economic, and climate
objectives through rapid growth, affordability, and dependable
domestic power solutions.
Chief Policy Officer at American Clean Power Association, Frank
J. Macchiarola, conducted a nationwide media tour discussing the
following topics:
- The momentum the U.S. offshore wind sector is significant with
more than 35 projects under development, including three major
projects in active construction in just the last month.
- A new era of job creation and economic benefits from coast to
coast with local examples. Offshore wind is expected to create
56,000 jobs in the U.S. by 2030. The industry committed a record $3
billion of supply chain investments in 2023, with total
infrastructure investment announcements now exceeding $9
billion.
- Development of more than 40 American made cutting-edge vessels
being built or on order in the United States.
- Offshore wind is providing environmental benefits, a stronger
electrical grid, and energy independence.
This media tour, produced in collaboration with YourUpdateTV,
highlights the significant contributions and future potential of
the offshore wind sector in transforming the U.S. energy
landscape.For more information, visit cleanpower.org
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