Avangrid and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners have installed the first GE Haliade-X wind turbine at their 800MW Vineyard Wind 1 project offshore Massachusetts.
The 13MW turbine is the first of 62 wind turbines at the project.
“This is a monumental achievement and a proud day for offshore wind in the US that proves this industry is real and demonstrates Avangrid’s steadfast commitment to helping the Northeast region meet its clean energy and climate goals,” said Avangrid CEO Pedro Azagra.
“While this is a landmark for this first-in-the-nation project and the industry, we remain focused on the important work ahead to continue the successful installation campaign of these massive turbines and deliver the first power to Massachusetts homes and businesses this year.”
Tim Evans, Partner and Head of North America for CIP added: “This complete turbine is a monument to the hard work and belief in our construction and project teams, and countless partners in our neighbouring communities.
“Vineyard Wind is the future of American offshore wind, and it’s a future full of clean, sustainable energy and tremendous potential for job creation and reducing carbon pollution. Offshore wind continues to be a cornerstone in our investment strategy, with the US market playing a central role.”
Jan Kjaersgaard, CEO GE Vernova Offshore Wind said: “Having the first offshore wind turbine in the water for the first commercial offshore wind farm in the US is an important symbolic milestone for our company, our customers, and our industry.
“It shows that our teams are making tangible progress on delivering on the significant potential of offshore wind. We are particularly proud to be using our Haliade-X 13 MW turbine to support Vineyard Wind in this endeavour and look forward to continuing to work together with them and all of our partners to bring this historic project to life.”