Massive US Offshore Wind Logjam To Be Un-Jammed By Massive Boat
The US offshore wind industry is finally getting a shot of adrenaline from a gigantic new made-in-the-USA offshore services vessel.
The US offshore wind industry is finally getting a shot of adrenaline from a gigantic new made-in-the-USA offshore services vessel.
The American Wind Energy Association released a new report on Thursday which concludes that adding wind power to the US electricity grid can help the country cut carbon pollution while still keeping the lights on. “Americans want energy security, clean air, and a more reliable energy system,” said American Wind … [continued]
The energy policy winds are increasingly shifting in favor of renewable energy resources as Energy Secretary Chu announced the launch of a six-year, $180mm initiative to kick-start development of the US’ vast offshore wind energy resources.
Trade frictions between China and the US continue to intensify as a group of four US wind tower manufacturers filed a complaint with the US Commerce Dept. and International Trade Commission that calls on them to investigate the group’s claim that their Chinese competitors, operating in both China and Vietnam, are benefiting from a raft of improper government subsidies that enable them to engage in predatory pricing here in the US.