US Joins Offshore Wind Revolution with First Commercial Power Delivery
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The first commercial-scale offshore wind farm in the United States, called South Fork Wind, has begun sending electricity onto the grid. Developed by Ørsted and Eversource, the wind farm is located 35 miles east of Montauk Point, New York, and will have a total of 12 turbines. When fully operational, it will generate 132 megawatts of offshore wind energy, powering over 70,000 homes. This milestone marks a significant step in the country's transition to clean energy and addresses climate change. Offshore wind is a crucial part of New York's plan to achieve a carbon-free electricity system by 2040.
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