SICKLERVILLE, NEW JERSEY — The Murphy Administration, alongside New Jersey’s key state agencies and stakeholders, highlighted the transformative impact of the state’s latest offshore wind project awards. The Attentive Energy 2 project and Leading Light Wind, a collaboration between Invenergy and energyRe, have been granted 3,700 MW of offshore wind capacity, marking a significant step towards New Jersey’s 100% clean energy target by 2035.
Governor Phil Murphy emphasized the dual benefits of environmental sustainability and economic growth, noting that these projects would power millions of homes and generate billions in economic benefits. The initiative is set to create thousands of jobs and substantially contribute to the coastal and state-wide economy, reinforcing New Jersey’s position as a leader in the offshore wind industry.
The projects promise $6.8 billion in economic benefits and the creation of 4,350 jobs in construction, maintenance, and related fields. They also include commitments to establishing New Jersey-based Operations & Maintenance facilities, marshaling at the NJ Wind Port, and significant investments in educational, workforce development, and environmental justice initiatives.
Leaders from the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities, the Economic Development Authority, and representatives from the awarded projects convened at the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters’ Commercial Dive School to discuss the employment opportunities and environmental advancements these projects will bring. The school represents a crucial resource for training in the burgeoning offshore wind sector.
The offshore wind projects underscore New Jersey’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, improving air quality, and promoting equitable economic growth through clean energy. This ambitious endeavor is celebrated by community leaders, environmental advocates, and industry stakeholders as a model for the nation’s transition to a sustainable and prosperous clean energy future.