NextEra Energy Transmission MidAtlantic (NEETMA) and WindGrid have agreed to advance plans for an offshore wind transmission infrastructure in New Jersey, if selected by the Board of Public Utilities (BPU).
The memorandum of understanding relates to NEETMA proposals submitted to the BPU to build the NJ Seawind Connector that would support the transmission needed to achieve the state’s offshore wind goals.
The agreement lays the foundation for the pair to work together to develop and construct the proposed infrastructure.
“WindGrid and its parent Elia Group are leaders in the engineering, construction and operation of offshore electric transmission projects and we’re pleased to be collaborating with them on our New Jersey proposals,” said NextEra Energy Transmission president Matt Valle.
“We believe we are well-positioned to help New Jersey achieve its clean energy goals and we look forward to working with all stakeholders on making this important project a success.”
NEETMA said its plans offer the most cost-effective approach to meeting New Jersey’s clean energy needs, while protecting utility customers and providing BPU additional optionality, expandability and flexibility, and high-quality offshore wind transmission infrastructure to meet the state’s future energy needs.