– The Atlantic Shores offshore wind project is being developed by a joint venture between Shell and EDF Renewables in New Jersey, US.
– The US Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has initiated an environmental review for the proposed wind energy project.
– The project will include up to 157 wind turbine generators, eight offshore substations, and two export cable corridors, with a public comment period open until May 2nd.
The Atlantic Shores offshore wind project, developed by Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind, a JV between Shell and EDF Renewables, is undergoing an environmental review by the US Bureau of Ocean Energy Management. The project will be located offshore New Jersey, within an 81,129-acre lease area, and will include the installation of up to 157 wind turbine generators, substations, meteorological towers, and offshore structures.
The environmental impact statement preparation marks the 12th offshore wind environmental review initiated during President Joe Biden’s administration, demonstrating the government’s commitment to clean energy. The project plans to include export cable corridors that will connect to New Jersey and New York. The BOEM will open a 45-day public comment period to gather feedback on the project proposal, focusing on potential issues and mitigating measures to protect ecosystems during development.
Under Biden’s administration, the US Department of the Interior has approved six commercial-scale offshore wind projects and designated a 32GW offshore wind energy area in the Gulf of Maine. These developments exceed the renewable energy goals set by states like Massachusetts and Maine. The government aims to increase renewables capacity through offshore wind projects, as seen in the completion of environmental reviews for major projects in New England.