A Decade After Welcoming Wind, States Reconsider

A decade ago, states offered wind-energy developers an open-armed embrace, envisioning a bright future for an industry that would offer cheap electricity, new jobs and steady income for large landowners, especially in rural areas with few other economic prospects.

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BING NEWS:
  • New bill sets the stage for offshore wind projects in Delaware. Here’s what to know.
    The Senate Environment, Energy & Transportation Committee discussed a bill that would lay the groundwork for procuring offshore wind energy in Delaware.
    04/25/2024 - 10:35 pm | View Link
  • Gusts of activity underway by friends and foes of offshore wind energy projects
    Supporters of offshore wind energy projects in New Jersey and New York are trading blows with opponents in some shore towns who say vacationers and local residents don't want to see turbines filling t ...
    04/25/2024 - 11:38 am | View Link
  • A Lofty Future for Wind Energy, but State Goals Are No Breeze
    Business matters aside, the future is generally bright for offshore wind, leaders said at the 2024 International Partnering Forum for industry. Increasing state energy targets, however, present a ...
    04/25/2024 - 10:25 am | View Link
  • Chumash leaders, wind companies unite on plan for marine sanctuary. Here’s how
    California’s newest marine sanctuary should be approved in two phases to support the “co-existence” of the sanctuary and offshore wind, the Northern Chumash Tribal Council and the three Morro Bay ...
    04/25/2024 - 1:01 am | View Link
  • US plans 12 offshore wind auctions over five years
    U.S. President Joe Biden's administration unveiled plans on Wednesday to hold up to a dozen auctions of offshore wind development rights through 2028, including four before the end of this year.
    04/24/2024 - 6:39 am | View Link
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