The project, dubbed “The Wind Farm,” aims to demonstrate the feasibility of offshore wind energy in the Gulf of Maine. The project will involve the installation of a 10-megawatt wind turbine, a floating platform, and a grid connection. The research team will also conduct extensive environmental monitoring and impact assessments. The project’s significance lies in its potential to pave the way for the development of a large-scale offshore wind farm in the Gulf of Maine.
* **Research Lease:** Maine will issue a research lease to a designated operator. * **Research Focus:** The research will focus on the environmental and engineering aspects of floating offshore wind projects. * **Public Information:** The research findings will be made public.
Maine proposed a project with a potential capacity of up to 144 MW of electricity.