ACP welcomes offshore wind decision for the Carolinas

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American Clean Power Association Vice President for Offshore Wind Josh Kaplowitz today issued the following statement after the Department of Interior announced that it has completed its environmental review of the Carolina Long Bay offshore wind energy area, and will hold an auction for two lease areas off the North Carolina and South Carolina coasts on May 11, 2022:

“ACP applauds the offshore wind announcement from the Biden-Harris administration, which will bring clean energy, economic growth and good-paying jobs to more Americans across the country, and particularly in the Southeast. The move marks the second lease auction by the Biden-Harris administration and shows the strong domestic demand for clean energy. “Developing offshore wind on... ... More: Official Press Release ACP

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