News & Articles on Offshore Wind
I’ve written very little about offshore wind. It’s a subject I don’t follow closely. Nevertheless, I do come across an article or topic on offshore wind from time to time that I want to highlight and that’s the reason for this page. Offshore wind is an important branch of wind energy, but it is only a branch. It will be important in certain locations, such as the heavily populated eastern seaboard of the United States, where it makes sense. However, most wind energy is and will be generated on land.
U.S. energy officials release strategy to boost offshore wind
By
Ros Davidson
The Biden administration is attempting to lower the cost of fixed offshore wind and support a domestic supply chain for the industry.
Republicans demand whale death hearings as fishing group calls BOEM rudderless
By
Paul Gipe
Republicans who oppose wind development after recent whale deaths off New Jersey said they will hold hearings in Washington on the issue, while a fishing group has attacked the federal body responsible for offshore wind.
N.J. whale deaths have sparked right-wing conspiracy theories on Facebook
By
Paul Gipe
Are wind turbines to blame for recent New Jersey whale deaths? Scientists say no, Facebook says yes.
