DateJul 13, 2010 - Guy McCarthy
Date: July 13 2010 written by Guy McCarthy
The New York Power Authority has applied to develop an off shore wind farm
The NYPA is applying to build a wind energy facility 24km off the coast of Long Island to gain 700 MW capacity by 2016. The BOE has jurisdiction over the area in the Atlantic Ocean and will consider giving permit for this project of renewable energy in New York.
Richard Kessel of NYPA says, “By taking this step, New York moves closer to the clean energy economy which combines the benefits of emission-free generation for a better environment with the economic development opportunities of the jobs and industries that will aim to make New York a leader in the growth of offshore wind”
New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg says, “To achieve our goals of improving air quality, increasing the reliability of our energy network, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions 30% by the year 2030, we must develop renewable sources of electricity”
The application fee is $16,000 and it is a lease application for 25 years. The annual rental fee is expected to be $200,000 and the BOE will receive a portion of the revenue generated from the sale of the energy produced by the wind facility.
Kevin Burke of Con Edison says, “An offshore wind project will provide a clean and viable energy alternative for our region, This collaborative effort involves many social and economic challenges and, if they are successfully addressed, will provide benefits for our residents and businesses.”
Kevin Law of LIPA says, “The action by the NYPA Board of Trustees is the next big milestone in exploring the feasibility of developing an offshore wind farm and positioning New York as leaders in the renewable energy world, our project has the potential to diversify our energy portfolio, strengthen the economy with the creation of new quality jobs, and help to meet the State’s ‘45 by 15’ clean energy initiative.”
The NYPA is the largest state-owned electricity company in the United States with 17 power facilities in New York State generating 75% of its power from hydropower facilities.
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