Broad and strong political commitment to offshore wind industry leadership
Incredible offshore wind resources and access to lease areas across the East Coast
One of the largest offshore wind talent pools in Northeast, with 90,000+ workers
Offer employees access to the #1 ranked pre-k- 12 education system in the nation.
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New Jersey is located in the heart of the East Coast wind belt, and geographically positioned to be a hub for the U.S. offshore wind industry.
Under Governor Murphy’s leadership, New Jersey has established an ambitious goal of generating 11 GW of electricity from offshore wind energy by 2040 as part of the State’s Energy Master Plan to transition to 100 percent clean energy by 2035. NJEDA is investing resources to ensure that the arrival of offshore wind creates jobs and opportunities for New Jerseysans in addition to generating clean, sustainable energy.
Whether you are a large offshore wind developer, an established manufacturer or supplier looking to relocate, or a small business interested in joining the offshore wind supply chain, New Jersey is the place for your business to get started, get established, and grow. See below for more information on New Jersey’s Offshore Wind Sector, and the programs and resources NJEDA has for developing the offshore wind economy.
of projects awarded to date, and representing more than $5 billion in economic benefits to the state
of procurements scheduled over the next decade
Plan to achieve a 100% clean energy economy by 2035
New Jersey has a clear offshore wind procurement timeline for its 11,000 MW target. This steady, transparent pipeline of procurements is responsive to industry needs and is a part of the State’s commitment to creating the conditions necessary for supply chain localization.
Project | Capacity Target/ Award (MW) | Issue Date | Submittal Date | Award Date | Est. Commercial Date |
Atlantic Shores | 1,510 | Q3 2020 | Q4 2020 | Q2 2021 | 2028 |
Attentive 2 Leading Light Wind | 1,342 2,400 | Q1 2023 | Q3 2023 | Q1 2024 | 2031 2031-2032 |
4 | 1,200 – 4,000 | Q1 2024 | Q3 2024 | Q1 2025 | 2032 |
5 | 1,200 – 4,000 | Q2 2025 | Q3 2025 | Q4 2025 | 2034 |
6 | 1,200 – 4,000 | Q2 2027 | Q3 2027 | Q1 2028 | 2035 |
7 | 1,200 – 4,000 | Q2 2029 | Q3 2029 | Q1 2030 | 2037 |
The New Jersey Wind Port is a purpose-built development project that is positioning New Jersey as a
hub for the US offshore wind industry.
The port offers an unrivaled combination of:
The New Jersey Wind Port will support up to 1,500 manufacturing, assembly, and operations jobs. Construction of the port began in 2021 and is setting a new standard for minority-,veteran-, and women-owned business inclusion in contracting, as well as establishing a diversity target for construction workers at the site of 18% minority workers and 7% women workers.
Following the WIND Council’s report, NJEDA is providing assistance to the Wind Institute for Innovation and Training (Wind Institute) to coordinate and galvanize cross-organizational workforce and innovation efforts to position New Jersey as a leader in offshore wind.
The New Jersey Offshore Wind Supply Chain Registry allows companies to publicly indicate their interest and ability to supply components and services for US East Coast offshore wind projects. The Registry is a resource for companies looking to buy from and partner with NJ-based firms. Signing up registers your business in the Oceantic Network’s national supply chain registry and enables you to receive special invitations to offshore wind events and resources.
TRENTON, N.J. (September 9, 2020) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) and the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) today approved two Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) that…
Read More >Project Diversity Goals Require Good-Faith Effort to Award 15 Percent of Contract Value to Women-, Minority-, or Veteran-Owned Subcontractors
TRENTON, N.J. (November 30, 2020) – The New Jersey Econom…
Read More >TRENTON, N.J. (February 4, 2021) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) and the New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education (OSHE) today announced the launch of the New Jersey Offshore Wind Safety Training Challenge, a new $3 million program launched with funding from the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) […]
Read More >TRENTON, N.J. (May 18, 2021) – The NJEDA Board approved the creation of the NJ Wind Turbine Tech Training Challenge during its May 12, 2021 Board meeting. The Challenge is a competitive grant program that will award a grant of up to $1 million to a New Jersey community college that collaborates with union trade organizations and industry partners to establish an offshore wind turbine technician training program.
Read More >The NJEDA and OSHE today announced that Atlantic Cape Community College has won the New Jersey Offshore Wind Safety Training Challenge.
Read More >Lower Alloways Creek, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy today joined U.S. Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh, Senate President Stephen Sweeney, President of the New Jersey State Building & Construction Trades Council Bill Mullen, AECOM Tishman Community Relations Director Flora Ramos…
Read More >LOWER ALLOWAYS CREEK, N.J. (September 14, 2021) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) and PSEG have signed a lease on land that will be home to the New Jersey Wind Port in Salem County, New Jersey.
Read More >TRENTON, N.J. (September 23, 2021) The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) today announced that it will shortly be launching the next phase of its tenant selection process for the New Jersey Wind Port.
Read More >TRENTON, N.J. (September 27, 2021) – The NJEDA Board last week approved Rowan College of South Jersey (RCSJ) as the winner of the NJ Wind Turbine Tech Training Challenge.
Read More >TRENTON, N.J. (October 28, 2021) – The NJEDA has received 16 non-binding offers to become tenants at the New Jersey Wind Port from six of the largest turbine manufacturers and offshore wind developers in the world.
Read More >WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 1, 2021) – The New Jersey Wind Port has been awarded the “Strategic Infrastructure Project of the Year” award at CG/LA Infrastructure’s 13th Annual North America Infrastructure Leadership Forum.
Read More >Trenton, N.J. – The NJEDA today announced that applications are open for the Offshore Wind Tax Credit Program as updated by the New Jersey Economic Recovery Act (ERA) and P.L. 2021, c. 160.
Read More >Trenton, N.J. (December 20, 2021) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) and the Gloucester County Institute of Technology (GCIT) today announced plans to enter a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to support the expansion of the GCIT’s welding and painting programs. Through…
Read More >TRENTON, N.J. – The NJEDA today issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking a qualified entity to conduct a feasibility study for a world-class, flagship offshore wind research and development (R&D) testing facility…
Read More >TRENTON, N.J. – The NJEDA announced plans to provide a total of more than $1 million to Rutgers University, Rowan University, Montclair State University, and New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) to advance academic research and investment in offshore wind workforce training.
Read More >Trenton, N.J. (April 14, 2022) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) received approval from its Board yesterday to enter an agreement…
Read More >Trenton, N.J. (May 20, 2022) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) today announced that it will shortly launch the next phase of its eagerly-anticipated tenant selection process…
Read More >The New Jersey Economic Development Authority’s Board (NJEDA) has approved the purchase of a 109.4-acre property which will enable the planned expansion of the NJ Wind Port in Lower…
Read More >The Board of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) today approved expanding a program that will offer students at select New Jersey public and private universities paid research fellowships…
Read More >TRENTON, N.J. (April 21, 2023) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) has announced two agreements to establish sub-arc welding programs at Camden County College (CCC) and Camden County Technical Schools (CCTS). Over $300,000 in funding will be distributed to…
Read More >TRENTON, N.J. (June 21, 2023) – In May, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Board approved five grant applications totaling more than $3.7 million under the Authority’s Offshore Wind Workforce and Skills Development Grant Challenge (Grant Challenge).
Read More >TRENTON, N.J. (June 23, 2023) – Today, June 23, 2023, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) will issue a Request For Expressions of Interest (RFEI) to identify specific partners, sites, and financial commitments that can contribute to the development of a Wind Innovation Center in New Jersey.
Read More >TRENTON, N.J. (September 12, 2023) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Board today approved a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) to provide $399,000 in funding to the Professional Offshore Wind Energy Certificates (POWERCERTS) Program.
Read More >TRENTON, N.J. (April 11, 2024) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Board approved the creation of the Green Workforce Training Grant Challenge.
Read More >Atlantic City, N.J. (May 23, 2024) – Yesterday, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) hosted a Maritime Roundtable forum to convene leading figures from the maritime service industry and maritime-related businesses to address pressing opportunities and challenges in offshore wind.
Read More >TRENTON, N.J. (June 04, 2024) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA), along with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, New Jersey Board of Public Utilities, and the New Jersey Department of Labor & Workforce Development, will be hosting a series of open house events designed to educate and engage the public about the state’s offshore wind initiatives.
Read More >TRENTON, N.J. (August xx, 2024) – Applications for the New Jersey Economic Development Authority’s (NJEDA) Green Workforce Training Grant Challenge will open on Thursday, August 8.
Read More >TRENTON, N.J. (September 3, 2024) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) today issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking insight from qualified entities that provide registered apprenticeship programs and have perspectives on establishing new registered apprenticeship training locations in Overburdened Communities.
Read More >TRENTON, N.J. (September 27, 2024) – In July, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) received a notice of a $50 million funding award through the United States Department of Energy’s (USDOE) Transmission Siting and Economic Development (TSED) Grant Program.
Read More >ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (October 29, 2024) – As part of the ongoing collaboration between New York and New Jersey, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) and New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) co-hosted the “New York & New Jersey Offshore Wind Supplier Forum,” in Atlantic City on Monday.
Read More >TRENTON, N.J. (October 31, 2024) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) will open applications for the Offshore Wind Applied Research Administration Grant Challenge on November 4, 2024.
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