New York’s Offshore Wind Blueprint Strengthens State’s Leadership in Renewable Energy

(NEW YORK, NY – September 16, 2016) Governor Andrew Cuomo introduced yesterday the Offshore Wind Blueprint, a plan to develop a large-scale offshore wind program for New York State. As part of its strategy, the state will gather feedback from stakeholders, identify areas where wind power will most benefit New York’s electricity system, and create a schedule for building wind farms in the form of an upcoming Offshore Wind Master Plan. The Offshore Wind Blueprint follows the state’s commitment to a Clean Energy Standard, which seeks to derive 50 percent of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030.

 “The Offshore Wind Blueprint leverages the state’s natural resources to cut pollution, and demonstrates Governor Cuomo’s commitment to attracting more renewable energy investments, creating jobs, and spurring economic growth as New York moves toward a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.”

• Rory Christian, Director, New York Clean Energy, Environmental Defense Fund