What is Offshore Wind?

Offshore wind is a cutting-edge technology that harnesses the energy of the wind over the open sea to generate electricity. It’s a clean, sustainable source of energy that offers numerous benefits.

Offshore wind offers a powerful solution to the increasing demand for clean energy. It boosts job creation, addresses the threat of climate change by reducing pollution, and provides a sustainable path toward affordable, clean energy. The Oceantic Network is at the forefront of this renewable energy evolution, and committed to a cleaner energy future that creates jobs and economic security.

Learn more about how Oceantic Network is at the forefront of offshore wind.

How it Works
Clean Energy
Job Creation
Viewshed and Tourism
Affordable Energy

How it Works
Offshore wind projects consist of multiple massive wind turbines — some more than 400 feet in height, with blades the length of a football field — that are anchored to the seabed. These turbines capture the energy of the wind and convert it into electricity through rotating blades connected to a generator. This electricity is then transmitted to shore and integrated into the power grid that powers homes, businesses, and communities. In some parts of the world where the ocean floor is too deep to anchor the turbine, new technology has allowed for the development and installation of floating turbines.

Offshore wind projects consist of multiple massive wind turbines — some more than 400 feet in height, with blades the length of a football field — that are anchored to the seabed. These turbines c...
Clean Energy
Offshore wind is a renewable energy source that plays a key role in the nation’s transition to clean energy. Utilizing the power of the wind, countries and communities can significantly reduce reliance on fossil fuels, leading to a healthier environment and a reduction in harmful greenhouse gas emissions.

Offshore wind is a renewable energy source that plays a key role in the nation’s transition to clean energy. Utilizing the power of the wind, countries and communities can significantly reduce relia...
Job Creation
Offshore wind spurs economic growth. The development, construction, and maintenance of offshore wind projects create a range of job opportunities, from engineers and technicians to support staff and local suppliers. Building offshore wind projects in the U.S. is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to revitalize communities, create well-paying jobs, and jumpstart businesses that will benefit neighborhoods across the country.

Offshore wind spurs economic growth. The development, construction, and maintenance of offshore wind projects create a range of job opportunities, from engineers and technicians to support staff and l...
Viewshed and Tourism
Offshore wind projects are carefully designed to blend into the horizon, mitigating visual impact concerns. Offshore wind sites often become attractions, inviting eco-tourism and education, as well as showcasing innovation in renewable energy.

Offshore wind projects are carefully designed to blend into the horizon, mitigating visual impact concerns. Offshore wind sites often become attractions, inviting eco-tourism and education, as well as...
Affordable Energy
Investing in offshore wind development contributes to the stability of energy costs over time. As technology advances and the cost to build and install wind turbines continues to decrease, the electricity the turbines produce will become more affordable for consumers.

Investing in offshore wind development contributes to the stability of energy costs over time. As technology advances and the cost to build and install wind turbines continues to decrease, the electri...