EPA permits for offshore wind farm projects in New England [Video]

Other federal agencies also approved for the projects, including the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s Records of Decision.

HARTFORD, Conn — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued air quality permits for three companies to build new wind farms off the coast of New England.

Sunrise Wind, Park City, and Park City Wind were issued the permits that allow for construction to begin on these three offshore “wind development areas” located in federal waters.

Other federal agencies also approved the projects, including the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s Records of Decision.

“When built, these projects will contribute 3 gigawatts of energy – powering 1.8 million homes and leaping toward the Biden-Harris administration’s goal of generating 30 gigawatts of clean, abundant energy from offshore wind by 2030,” said EPA New England Regional Administrator David W. Cash. “New England continues to lead the way to our clean energy future, growing clean tech jobs, and making sure our communities most …

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