New York Governor Kathy Hochul has outlined plans to hold a third offshore wind solicitation for 2GW of projects.
The procurement exercise, administered by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), will include the first phase of the state’s $500m investment in offshore wind ports, manufacturing, and supply chain infrastructure.
It will also introduce a first of its kind “meshed ready” offshore transmission configuration, based on recommendations from the New York State Power Grid Study, which will facilitate offshore wind projects’ transition to a future renewable energy system.
Interested proposers can apply on NYSERDA’s offshore wind solicitation page, which will be open until 15:00 EST on December 22 2022.
A webinar will also be held on August 23, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. to provide more information on this solicitation.
A draft version of this solicitation was released for public comment in March 2022 and a follow-up Request for Information in May 2022, with over 1,300 comments received.
NYSERDA said it has incorporated the feedback received into the solicitation.
Governor Hochul said: “New York is proud to continue leading the way in offshore wind development while establishing a blueprint for building a locally-based green economy.
“Today we are putting words into action and making it clear that New York State is the national hub of the offshore wind industry.
“The clean energy transition is driving significant private investment and family-sustaining jobs in communities across the state, and we are setting ourselves up for success with a brighter and more sustainable future.”
New York State Energy Research and Development President and CEO Doreen M. Harris said: “Releasing our third offshore wind solicitation provides a further opportunity to revolutionize our economy and continue to build a thriving offshore wind industry right here in New York as we continue to grow our nation-leading renewable energy project pipeline.
“We continue to prioritize a transition that is cost-effective, environmentally responsible, and benefits all New Yorkers – and we look forward to partnering with project developers who share those same goals.”
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos said: “Building a cleaner, more sustainable, and resilient New York, requires bold action that will help us achieve our ambitious climate goals.
“A critical piece of that effort is offshore wind energy and New York’s nation-leading work to ensure that industry continues to grow in our communities, creating jobs and providing clean, renewable energy for years to come.”