– Equinor’s Empire Wind 1 project received FERC approval for a large generator interconnection agreement
– The project will connect directly into the New York City transmission system, delivering 810 MW of renewable power
– Empire Wind 1 was selected as a provisional winner in New York’s fourth offshore wind solicitation and is a key player in establishing New York as an offshore wind industry hub
Equinor recently received approval from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for the large generator interconnection agreement (LGIA) for its Empire Wind 1 project. This approval allows the offshore wind project to connect directly into the New York City transmission system, marking a significant milestone.
The Empire Wind 1 project will deliver 810 MW of renewable power to the New York City electrical grid through the Sunset Park Onshore Substation at South Brooklyn Marine Terminal. This project is a key step in enabling Equinor to provide offshore renewable power to Brooklyn and homes in New York City.
In addition to the FERC approval, Empire Wind 1 has achieved other critical milestones, including being selected as a provisional winner in New York’s fourth offshore wind solicitation and receiving approval for its federal Construction and Operations Plan. The project aims to establish New York as a hub for the offshore wind industry, transforming the South Brooklyn Marine Terminal into an offshore wind assembly facility and operations base.
Overall, this announcement represents significant progress for Equinor’s Empire Wind 1 project and highlights the growing importance of offshore wind in the renewable energy landscape. The project is poised to bring reliable, renewable, and clean energy to New York City, contributing to the city’s sustainability goals.