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U.S. Senator says wind is a win

4C Offshore | Tom Russell
By: Tom Russell 29/09/2015 carper.senate.gov edited by 4C Offshore
U.S. Senator Tom Carper, advocator of offshore wind technology, addressed participants in the Environmental and Energy Study Institute’s (EESI) briefing on the status of offshore wind energy projects in the United States.

The Senator acknowledged the difference between the status of offshore wind energy in the United States compared to that of Europe. highlighting that more than 50 offshore wind projects have been deployed since 1991.

The press release stated that "Industry has shown tremendous interest in developing offshore wind in the United States, and Congress should do all it can to encourage the adoption of this emerging clean technology. The briefing included a panel of experts who examined how the United States could continue building momentum for investments in offshore wind energy."

“Offshore wind energy means reliable, homegrown power, cleaner air, and good-paying American jobs – it's a win-win-win,”
Sen. Carper said. “I believe there is broad consensus in Congress that offshore wind can provide greater energy security and more opportunities for economic growth. To harness the clean power of offshore wind and reap its economic benefits, we need to provide a nurturing environment to get this industry off the ground.”

Earlier this year, Senator Carper was joined by Senator Susan Collins (R-Maine) to introduce the Incentivizing Offshore Wind Power Act, which would provide financial incentives to encourage investment in offshore wind energy. The legislation would create an investment tax credit that is redeemable for the first 3,000 megawatts of offshore wind facilities placed into service, amounting to approximately 600 wind turbines.

“Senator Collins and I introduced the Incentivizing Offshore Wind Power Act to help give the industry the boost it needs to grow and thrive,”
Sen. Carper continued. “A tax credit for the first actors will encourage private sector development of offshore wind facilities across the country, and help move the United States closer to energy independence.”

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