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August 20, 2019 | Industry Updates

US Offshore Wind Review Delay Roils Waters for Developers

LAW 360: “US Offshore Wind Review Delay Roils Waters for Developers” By Keith Goldberg Law360, August 16, 2019 – The Trump administration’s recent move to delay approval of the first commercial-scale offshore wind project in the U.S. in order to conduct a broader review underscores the regulatory headwinds the budding industry faces, though experts say… More

July 11, 2018 | Industry Updates

Trumps Effort to Lift Offshore Wind Sparks European Interest

BUSINESS NEWS: “Trump effort to lift U.S. offshore wind sector sparks interest – from Europe” By Nichola Groom, JULY 5, 2018 – (Reuters) – The Trump administration wants to fire up development of the U.S. offshore wind industry by streamlining permitting and carving out vast areas off the coast for leasing – part of its… More

April 18, 2018 | Industry Updates

New MA Offshore Wind Energy Auction

WorkBoat: “New Massachusetts offshore wind energy auction, and New Jersey project gets a boost” By Kirk Moore, April 15, 2018 – Two more Massachusetts offshore wind energy leases are moving toward auction by the federal Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, as southern New England and Mid-Atlantic states hasten their own planning for wind power. The… More

August 4, 2017 | Industry Updates

Workboat: Two Offshore Wind Deals Could Be Milestones

Workboat: Two offshore wind deals could be milestones – By Kirk Moore on August 3, 2017 – Two new plans for offshore wind power could mark the first time a U.S. electric utility ventures into the Atlantic, and the first wind farm that would be linked to onshore battery storage. Dominion Energy Virginia announced July… More

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Q&A with Audra Parker, President & CEO

Together, we have made great strides in our mission to permanently protect Nantucket Sound. But, we need your continued support to leave a lasting legacy for our children and grandchildren. I encourage you to contribute to our preservation campaign. Nantucket Sound won’t stay a national treasure without your support.

Why is Nantucket Sound a national treasure? The Sound has a rich tribal and maritime history and has long been recognized as more than just a body of water. It is the heart and soul of the Cape and Islands. It is a significant marine habitat for a diversity of ecologically and economically important species. It provides a livelihood for local fishermen, an inspiration for artists, and is a source of solace, relaxation, and recreation for the millions that flock to its shores. Nantucket Sound connects all of us who live and visit here.

Why is Nantucket Sound still vulnerable to industrialization? While the state waters of the Sound are protected under Massachusetts law, the federal waters in the center remain open to industrial development.

How can we permanently protect Nantucket Sound? The best way to secure permanent protection for the Sound is through federal legislation. The Alliance has proposed the ‘Nantucket Sound National Historic Landmark Act’ which would recognize the Sound’s historic, environmental and economic values. It would also prevent future development by prohibiting industrial projects in the Sound.

What have we achieved since the defeat of Cape Wind? We made solid progress toward enacting this federal legislation. We worked closely with our federal delegation and built a strong and diverse coalition of support. We earned endorsements from Governor Baker, our local representatives and nearly 100 key stakeholder groups. This coalition of elected officials, environmental groups, municipalities, tribal governments, historic preservation groups, commercial fishermen, and many others, is urging our representatives in Washington, D.C. to enact the Nantucket Sound National Historic Landmark Act.

Why does the Alliance still need funding? The Alliance is the only group that is fighting to protect Nantucket Sound. As a non-profit, we rely solely on private donations. Thank you for your continued generosity as we work to Save Our Sound… FOREVER. Your tax-deductible donation today will leave a legacy for tomorrow.

Audra Parker
President and CEO