OFFSHORE WIND ENERGY
Our Commitment
Ensuring offshore wind energy’s equitable and rapid development to meet our 100% carbon-free climate goals.
THE ISSUE
With the Virginia Clean Economy Act, Virginia is embarking on the biggest offshore wind energy projects on the East coast. The Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Project will produce 2600 megawatts of offshore wind energy by 2026, putting Virginia on the path to confronting the climate crisis and realizing the creation of thousands of jobs supporting its industry. Another 2600 megawatts of offshore wind will be planned for by 2035, as outlined in the Virginia Clean Economy Act. Virginia must now ensure that OSW is developed in a way that is fair, equitable, and beneficial for all Virginians.
COASTAL VIRGINIA OFFSHORE WIND PROJECT LOCATION
Catch Up On Our Path to 100% Clean Energy Education Series
Virginia Conservation Network hosted an educational series tailored for decision-makers and advocates to learn about Virginia's transition to clean energy.
VIDEO: See What’s Next for The State of Offshore Wind in Virginia
Virginia Conservation Network and the Southeastern Wind Coalition provided updates on Virginia's offshore wind industry and outlooks for future projects.
Bill of the Day: Defending the Virginia Clean Economy Act
We must continue advocating for the Virginia Clean Economy Act (VCEA) to ensure a healthy future for all Virginians.
ROUNDUP: Central Atlantic Auction Grows Offshore Wind Industry
Virginia's offshore wind energy industry continues to grow after the sale of a Central Atlantic lease 35 miles from the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay to Dominion Energy.
Offshore Wind Propels Virginia’s Workforce Through Cable Manufacturing Facility
Virginia’s offshore wind energy industry continues to build the Commonwealth’s reputation (and economy) as the leader of one of the fastest-growing clean energy sectors in the world with the announcement of a supporting cable manufacturing facility in the City of Chesapeake.
OPINION: The process is working when it comes to offshore wind energy
In a joint Opinion-Editorial, Virginia Conservation Network and Sierra Club Virginia Chapter celebrate the milestones that will start the construction of the largest offshore wind project in the country.
RESOURCES
Video: Impacts of Offshore Wind on Reliability and Affordability
Turn Forward hosted a webinar highlighting the findings from a recently commissioned report, which showcased how offshore wind can contribute to a reliable and affordable electric grid.
VIDEO: The Need for Responsible Offshore Wind Energy
National Wildlife Federation published a video highlighting efforts happening around the country to responsibly develop offshore wind, a renewable energy resource.
Video: Meeting Demand With Clean Energy
Virginia Conservation Network hosted a webinar exploring a recent modeling exercise on different possible projections in which clean energy reliably and affordably meets worst-case demand scenarios in the Commonwealth—without new fossil fuel infrastructure.
Map: Offshore Wind in the United States
The Clean Energy States Alliance recently updated its Offshore Wind Power Hub, featuring an interactive map to explore offshore wind policies, projects, and lease areas in the United States.
Article: Whales Are Dying but Not from Offshore Wind
Scientific American published an article debunking the myth that offshore wind projects are responsible for killing whales, instead identifying ship strikes and rising ocean temperatures as the real causes.
Offshore Wind Generation Solution Podcast
The Sierra Club Virginia Chapter's Pollution Solutions Show podcast released an episode delving into offshore wind and its advantages for Virginians.