BY DOMINICK MASTRANGELO, The Hill
Virginia, Maryland and North Carolina are teaming up on an effort to kickstart wind energy and economic development off their shores.
The new initiative provides a framework for the three states to “cooperatively promote, develop, and expand offshore wind energy and the accompanying industry supply chain and workforce,” they said in a joint press release.
“Maryland has been leading the charge when it comes to real, bipartisan, common sense solutions and we are proud to continue setting an example for the nation of bold environmental leadership,” said Gov. Larry Hogan (R). “Joining this multi-state partnership to expand offshore wind development will further our strong record of supporting responsible energy projects that provide jobs, clean air benefits, and energy independence.”
Planners estimate the project will provide up to 86,000 jobs, $57 billion in investments and up to $25 billion in economic output in the next decade.
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