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A Unique Opportunity for Western New York
Offshore wind in Lake Erie represents the potential for one of the largest job creation opportunities in the region’s recent history and a source of new revenue and economic opportunities for the region.
Lake Erie Offshore Wind can safely provide a valuable source of renewable energy and help New York state reach its nation-leading decarbonization goals.
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Under NYSERDA's leadership, LEOWA is proud to celebrate New York’s commitment to making an impact on climate change through the development of freshwater offshore wind in Western New York.
Economic Benefits
Lake Erie offshore wind will create thousands of good-paying union jobs, provide new opportunities for MWBE business owners, generate millions in revenue, and position Western New York as a hub of this new industry.
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New York's nation-leading Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) requires the State to invest or direct resources to ensure that disadvantaged communities receive at least 35 percent, with the goal of 40 percent, of overall benefits of spending on clean energy and energy efficiency programs, projects or investments.
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Environmental Benefits
Lake Erie offshore wind power is a clean, abundant, and renewable energy source that can produce enough electricity to power thousands of New York homes and pave the way for cleaner air and water in our communities.
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Lake Erie offshore wind would diversify Western New York's electricity supply, avoid thousands of tons of greenhouse gas emissions and provide a powerful tool to help in the fight against climate change and create a cleaner, greener environment for generations to come.
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