Offshore Wind Energy Target

May 29, 2024

Summary

Massachusetts enacted legislation in 2022 directing distribution companies to enter into long-term contracts for offshore wind energy generation equal to approximately 5,600 megawatts (MW) of aggregate nameplate capacity by June 30, 2027. The legislation directs them to jointly and competitively solicit proposals for the projects. The exact timetable and methods for the solicitations will be proposed by the Department of Energy Resources in coordination with the distribution companies using a competitive bidding process and will be subject to review and approval by the Department of Public Utilities.  

Program Overview

Implementing Sector: State
Category: Regulatory Policy
State: Massachusetts
Incentive Type: Offshore Wind Energy Target
Web Site: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/offshore-wind
Administrator:
Start Date:
Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies:
  • Offshore Wind
Target: 5,600 MW by June 30, 2027

Authorities

Name: 2022 Mass. Acts Chapter 179, Section 61

Contact

Name: Public Information Officer
Organization: Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources
Address:
Phone: (617) 626-7300
Email: doer.energy@mass.gov

This information is sourced from DSIRE; the most comprehensive source of information on incentives and policies that support renewables and energy efficiency in the United States. Established in 1995, DSIRE is operated by the N.C. Clean Energy Technology Center at N.C. State University.