Developers begin initial operations, providing
68 Megawatts to New England grid
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Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company
and member of the Iberdrola Group, and Copenhagen Infrastructure
Partners (CIP), a global leader in green energy investment and in
offshore wind development through its affiliate Vineyard Offshore,
today announced that the developers have powered up the first five
GE Haliade-X turbines for the nation-leading Vineyard Wind 1
project, delivering clean energy to 30,000 homes and businesses in
Massachusetts. Vineyard Wind 1, the first large-scale offshore wind
project in the United States, is now providing approximately 68
Megawatts to the New England grid, delivering a steady stream of
clean energy that will help the region meet winter electricity
demand. The first large-scale offshore wind project in the United
States, Vineyard Wind 1 will be the largest renewable energy
facility in New England once fully operational, delivering 806
Megawatts – enough clean electricity to power 400,000 homes and
businesses in the Commonwealth.
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A GE Haliade-X Turbine Stands in the
Vineyard Wind 1 Project Area 15 Miles South of Martha's Vineyard,
Massachusetts. Photo Credit: Worldview Films
“This marks a turning point in the clean energy transition.
After many decades of advocacy, research, policymaking, and finally
construction, America’s offshore wind industry has gone from a
dream to reality,” said Governor Maura Healey. “Across
Massachusetts, in 30,000 homes and businesses, when you turn on the
light, you will now be using clean, affordable energy. This will
make the air we breathe safer and healthier, save customers money,
and bring us one step closer to achieving net-zero emissions. I’m
grateful to the Legislature for their leadership in developing our
offshore wind industry, state and local officials for their
efforts, and the union workers who built this industry from the
ground up.”
“Every milestone we achieve on Vineyard Wind 1 is special, but
powering up these first turbines stands apart as an exceptional
achievement for Avangrid, Massachusetts, and the nation,” said
Avangrid CEO Pedro Azagra. “Each rotation of the blades, and
every megawatt flowing to homes across Massachusetts, is a
testament to the years of perseverance and partnership that have
defined this trailblazing project. From the vision of our team, to
the leadership of President Biden, Governor Healey, Speaker
Mariano, and Senate President Spilka, to the talent and skill of
the project’s local union workforce, the hard work of so many
helped to finally bring offshore wind power to the United States.
We should all take pride in writing this remarkable chapter of
American clean energy history.”
On Tuesday, January 2, 2024, Vineyard Wind delivered
approximately five megawatts of power from one turbine to the grid.
Following that critical milestone, the project has provided power
from each of the first five turbines intermittently, as it ramped
up to initial operations. Currently, the project has successfully
installed nine turbines and is in the process of installing the
10th, with preparations underway to transport the 11th turbine to
the offshore project site. Building on the 68 Megawatts currently
in operation, additional power will be delivered to the grid
sequentially, with each turbine starting production once it
completes the commissioning process.
The power from the project interconnects to the New England grid
in Barnstable, transmitted by underground cables that connect to a
substation further inland on Cape Cod. Once completed, the project
will consist of 62 wind turbines.
Offshore wind is a critical energy resource in the Northeast
region, and is uniquely positioned to meet the New England region’s
winter peak demand. In 2018, ISO New England released an
assessment, which found that 800 Megawatts of offshore wind during
a two-week cold snap would have saved ratepayers $40-45 million and
avoided more than 108,000 metric tons of carbon emissions,
equivalent to 5% of the region’s annual emissions.
“The winds of change are blowing through Massachusetts, as
Vineyard Wind now powers 30,000 homes in our state with clean,
renewable energy,” said Senator Markey. “With billions of
dollars being unlocked from the Inflation Reduction Act to drive
our clean energy revolution forward, Vineyard Wind is only the
beginning. I will continue to push for the creation of good-paying
union jobs across the shores of Massachusetts and in communities
throughout our nation through my Offshore Wind Jobs and Opportunity
Act. I look forward to the completion of the project, which will
deliver more than 800 megawatts of power, while also delivering for
jobs and climate action in our communities.”
“The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is leading the way on
offshore wind thanks to the innovation of private sector partners
like Avangrid, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, and Vineyard
Offshore coupled with the strong support of President Biden,
Governor Healey, the entire Massachusetts Congressional Delegation,
and our partners in the State Legislature, the City of New Bedford,
and throughout the Cape and Martha’s Vineyard,” said Congressman
Bill Keating. “Powering up the first five Vineyard Wind 1
turbines not only signifies a major milestone in the construction
of the U.S.’s first large-scale offshore wind project, it also
signifies progress towards a cleaner environment and heralds a boon
for good, union jobs and economic growth throughout Southeastern
Massachusetts which is something we should all be proud of.”
“Massachusetts makes history again with power flowing from
Vineyard Wind,” said Lieutenant Governor Driscoll. “This is
a victory for the many partnerships that got us to this moment –
from the development of the historic New Bedford Port, to the
groundbreaking Project Labor Agreement, to the vision of the
Legislature and advocates. It takes the faith, vision, and hard
work of a lot of people to make this moment possible.”
“Today we take a momentous step towards a clean energy future
powered by wind - and our Commonwealth’s leadership on finding
creative solutions to the environmental crisis,” said State
Senator Karen E. Spilka (Middlesex and Norfolk), Massachusetts
Senate President. “Today, and for decades to come, our
environment and our residents will reap the benefits of the hard
work of advocates, designers, laborers and policymakers who have
put this project on the path from conception to reality. I’m
grateful to my colleagues in the legislature, the Healey-Driscoll
Administration, and the leaders at Vineyard Wind for making this a
priority, and I look forward to seeing more of Massachusetts become
powered by the wind.”
“This milestone is the first of many on the path to transforming
Massachusetts into a regional hub for offshore wind and is proof of
the incredible potential that the Commonwealth has to lead the
country, and the world, towards a clean energy future,” said
State Representative Ronald Mariano (3rd Norfolk), Massachusetts
Speaker of the House. “I want to thank the folks at Avangrid
and CIP for their commitment to delivering clean energy to the
people of Massachusetts, along with my colleagues in the House and
our partners in state government who helped to turn this
long-pursued vision into a reality.”
“Massachusetts has been at the forefront on offshore wind in the
United States, and this is a historic milestone in our clean energy
revolution,” said Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA)
Secretary Rebecca Tepper. “It’s not easy to stand up a new
industry, but we will continue to forge ahead and keep growing the
industry to lower energy costs for our families and businesses,
create good-paying jobs, and build a cleaner, healthier, and more
resilient Commonwealth.”
“Developing new offshore wind is the backbone of Massachusetts’
clean energy policies and is paramount to achieving our clean
energy transition and emissions reduction targets,” said
Department of Energy Resources Commissioner Elizabeth Mahony.
“It’s gratifying to see the blades spinning on the Vineyard Wind
project, and we look forward to advancing our current solicitation,
which is critical to further economic development priorities for
Massachusetts while securing clean, resilient energy for
ratepayers.”
“Congratulations to Vineyard Wind - It’s incredibly exciting to
witness the tangible impact of our collective dedication to
combating the climate crisis,” said Emily Reichert, CEO of
MassCEC. “We’re thrilled to see this visionary concept come to
life and contribute to the creation of a sustainable future for
generations of Massachusetts citizens to come.”
“It’s great news that the Vineyard Wind project has delivered
full power to consumers across the region today,” said State
Representative Jeffrey N. Roy (10th Norfolk), House Chair of the
Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities, and Energy.
“This marks the beginning of a very exciting future for offshore
wind generation here in Massachusetts and across the country. As a
national leader in offshore wind and clean energy generation,
Massachusetts has set the bar for what is possible in combating the
negative effects of climate change. I commend the hard work and
dedication of all involved to reach this historic moment.”
"New Bedford has a long and proud history of being at the
forefront of maritime progress,” said State Senator Mark C.
Montigny (Second Bristol and Plymouth). “Whale oil from New
Bedford once lit the world and with the delivery of power from the
Vineyard Wind project, we've proven that this leadership will
continue into the future. I'm proud to have had a role as an early
leader in the legislative effort to expand wind energy and focus
that effort with strength and opportunity in New Bedford. It has
been quite the sight, seeing this project come together, and the
environmental and economic impact is something that will have an
enormous positive impact on the region and state."
"New Bedford is a community that understands the power of the
ocean better than most, and we have invested much of our time,
energy, and resources on developing offshore wind in MA,” said
State Representative Antonio Cabral (13th Bristol). “With
the transmission of power from the Vineyard Wind I project, that
commitment and long-term vision has been realized. We look forward
to more turbines coming on-line as this collaboration between
public and private partners energizes the next chapter in New
Bedford’s maritime development and the Commonwealth's renewable
energy future.”
“This marks a historic moment for Massachusetts, and indeed the
nation,” said State Senator Julian Cyr (Cape and
Islands). “Vineyard Wind is now delivering clean energy to the
grid and our homes produced right off our shores! This milestone is
a testament to the achievements we can reach through collaboration,
persistence, and a dedication to a green future. Cape Codders and
Islanders are proud to pave the way for continued advancement of a
clean energy future in Massachusetts powered by offshore wind, one
that’s critical to saving our planet and coastal communities.”
“These five turbines now connected to our grid stand as a
testament to our vision for a sustainable energy future,” said
State Representative Dylan A. Fernandes (Barnstable, Dukes, and
Nantucket). “Beyond supplying clean power to our communities,
they also foster the creation of green jobs and drive the economic
engine of our Commonwealth. I look forward to continued investment
in the offshore wind industry and welcome the economic and
environmental benefits it will bring for generations of
Southeastern Massachusetts residents.”
“Vineyard Wind coming online is a significant milestone for the
Massachusetts offshore wind industry,” said State
Representative Patricia Haddad (5th Bristol). “I’m proud of the
Legislature’s leadership in fostering this groundbreaking industry
and even prouder to see the jobs and prosperity it has brought to
the South Coast region. From the South Coast to the global stage,
offshore wind is the future.”
“The success of the first 5 turbines is a major milestone in a
project that will redefine the Commonwealth’s environmental and
economic outlook for generations to come,” said State
Representative Chris Markey (9th Bristol).” The introduction of
offshore wind signifies our commitment to creating an
environmentally sustainable future for our children while we enjoy
an infusion of economic activity that has already made a
significant impact on New Bedford Harbor and the surrounding
communities.”
“Vineyard Wind’s latest milestone is further evidence that
offshore wind has established itself in the U.S.,” said New
Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell. “With the benefit of a robust
partnership with the Healey-Driscoll Administration, New Bedford is
leading the way.”
“The Massachusetts AFL-CIO is proud to represent the workers who
are bringing this important project to life, as well as thousands
of workers who are experts on the energy needed to light, heat, and
cool our homes, schools, and hospitals,” said Chrissy Lynch –
President, Massachusetts AFL-CIO. “The Labor Movement is
already on the forefront of the most cutting-edge energy work, and
we are ready to take on more.”
"The Vineyard Wind 1 project marks a monumental milestone in our
nation's journey towards sustainable energy,” said Joe Curtatone
– President, Northeast Clean Energy Council. “With its
806-megawatt capacity, Vineyard Wind will energize over 400,000
homes and businesses and invigorate our economy, creating thousands
of jobs in the climate economy and saving customers billions in
energy costs. Moreover, its substantial carbon emissions reduction
will leave a lasting legacy of environmental stewardship and the
transformative potential of clean energy, driving us towards a
brighter, greener future for generations to come."
“Cape Cod sticks out perilously into rapidly rising seas,” said
Andrew Gottlieb – Executive Director, Association to
Preserve Cape Cod. “The commencement of power generation from
Vineyard Wind is an important milestone in adding clean energy to
the power grid. While much remains to be done to complete the
transition to an energy system that is climate friendly, Vineyard
Wind will always stand out as a critical demonstration that
industrial scale clean energy generation can be accomplished. We
need to build on this momentum to go even farther to fully build
out a clean energy power system."
“Offshore wind holds enormous potential to transition the
Commonwealth to a safer, cleaner energy supply and today marks a
welcome step towards harnessing that potential,” said Amber
Hewett – Senior Director of Offshore Wind Energy, National Wildlife
Federation. “We are thrilled to see a project at the scale of
Vineyard Wind move forward, well on its way to powering hundreds of
thousands of homes, helping Massachusetts transition away from
fossil fuels, and adhering to stringent wildlife-protection
measures every step of the way.”
“This is an exciting and momentous step forward,” said
Dorothy Savarese – Board President, Cape Cod Climate Change
Collaborative. “As Cape Cod is extremely vulnerable to the
impacts of climate change, we are thrilled to see the first clean
power from the Vineyard Wind Project flow to the electric grid.
This project will help reduce fossil fuel emissions and help
enhance the resilience of our power supply."
"Vineyard Wind's historic milestone today proves that
responsibly and equitably developed offshore wind can strengthen
our economy, protect ratepayers, improve public health, and create
family sustaining union jobs and equitable access to economic
opportunities,” said Kelt Wilska – Offshore Wind Director,
Environmental League of Massachusetts & Regional Lead, New
England for Offshore Wind. “Here's to more turbines, more clean
electricity, and more Project Labor Agreements."
“Vineyard Wind sending clean power to our grid represents a
welcome and critical milestone in our transition to clean energy
that is essential for protecting people, birds, and other wildlife
from the worst impacts of a fast-changing climate,” said
Michelle Manion – Vice President of Policy and Advocacy, Mass
Audubon. “Mass Audubon applauds the Commonwealth’s continued
leadership on ramping up responsible offshore wind as well as the
Healey-Driscoll Administration’s strong commitment to delivering on
the Next-Generation Climate Roadmap.”
“From the moment the Project Labor Agreement between the
Southeastern Massachusetts Building Trades Unions and Vineyard Wind
was executed, Vineyard Wind has supported South Coast and New
Bedford residents in obtaining pre-apprenticeship training to
prepare them to be the strongest candidates for bona fide,
full-time building trades apprenticeships and a path to careers in
the wind industry,” said Yvonne Tobey – Building Pathways
South. “Partnering with Building Pathways South, Vineyard Wind,
through its financial support, has provided much needed supportive
services for residents who are seeking family-sustaining wages and
pursuing, not just jobs, but careers. Building Pathways South is
grateful for the opportunities Vineyard Wind is bringing to
community residents.”
From the outset of this project, Vineyard Wind recognized the
importance of building and supporting a workforce of local, highly
skilled, and diverse tradespeople. The valuable collaboration with
union leadership on this project is a prime example of how this new
industry can be a responsive member of the communities it serves,
ensuring accessible and family-sustaining careers.
Vineyard Wind began offshore construction in late 2022, achieved
steel-in-the-water in June, and completed the nation’s first
offshore substation in July. Construction flows through the New
Bedford Marine Commerce Terminal. In July 2021, Vineyard Wind
signed the first Project Labor Agreement for an offshore wind
project in the United States, which outlined the creation of 500
union jobs though the project. In December 2023, project
shareholders announced that Vineyard Wind 1 has delivered nearly
double of its commitment through the PLA by creating 937 union jobs
through two years of construction.
An 806-megawatt project located 15 miles off the coast of
Martha’s Vineyard, Vineyard Wind will generate electricity for more
than 400,000 homes and businesses in the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts, create 3,600 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) job years,
save customers $1.4 billion over the first 20 years of operation,
and is expected to reduce carbon emissions by more than 1.6 million
metric tons per year, the equivalent of taking 325,000 cars off the
road annually.
About Avangrid: Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR) aspires to be
the leading sustainable energy company in the United States.
Headquartered in Orange, CT with approximately $41 billion in
assets and operations in 24 U.S. states, Avangrid has two primary
lines of business: networks and renewables. Through its networks
business, Avangrid owns and operates eight electric and natural gas
utilities, serving more than 3.3 million customers in New York and
New England. Through its renewables business, Avangrid owns and
operates a portfolio of renewable energy generation facilities
across the United States. Avangrid employs more than 7,500 people
and has been recognized by JUST Capital in 2021, 2022, 2023 and
2024 as one of the JUST 100 companies – a ranking of America’s best
corporate citizens. In 2024, Avangrid ranked first among utilities
and 12 overall. The company supports the U.N.’s Sustainable
Development Goals and was named among the World’s Most Ethical
Companies in 2023 for the fifth consecutive year by the Ethisphere
Institute. Avangrid is a member of the group of companies
controlled by Iberdrola, S.A. For more information, visit
www.avangrid.com.
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