This will be an incomplete list of operational, offshore wind farms in the United States (within the national maritime boundaries).

As of 2012, there are no offshore wind farms in the United States. However, projects are under development in wind-rich areas of the East Coast, Great Lakes, and Pacific coast. In January 2012, a "Smart for the Start" regulatory approach was introduced, designed to expedite the siting process while incorporating strong environmental protections. Specifically, the Department of Interior approved “wind energy areas” off the coast where projects can move through the regulatory approval process more quickly.[1]

Operational

None.[2][3]

Under construction

None.[3]

Proposed and approved

See also

Notes

  1. ^ Kit Kennedy (2 February 2012). "Offshore Wind One Step Closer to Reality in the Mid-Atlantic". Renewable Energy World.
  2. ^ A national offshore wind strategy: Creating an offshore wind energy industry in the United States page iii U.S. Department of Energy, 7 February 2011. Accessed: 8 February 2011. "no wind turbines are installed in U.S. waters"
  3. ^ a b FAQ Cape Wind. "no offshore wind farm has yet been built in the United States". Accessed: 14 Dec 2010.
  4. ^ Wald, Matthew L. "Selling Cape Wind’s Future Wares," New York Times. May 7, 2010; retrieved 13 Dec 2010.
  5. ^ "Agreement Reached On Del. Wind Farm," Washington Post. June 24, 2008; retrieved 13 Dec 2010.
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