PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — The developers of a new offshore wind farm are investing $4.5 million in Rhode Island to further advance the industry in the state.
Democratic Gov. Gina Raimondo says it’s fitting to announce the funding from Danish-based Orsted U.S. Offshore Wind and Eversource on Monday, Earth Day, to cement the state’s position as a leader in offshore wind.
She says $3 million will support offshore wind education and research at the University of Rhode Island. The Rhode Island Commerce Corp. and the state’s labor department will use $1.5 million to train people for jobs in the field and support related businesses.
Orsted is acquiring permits to build up to 50 turbines in federal waters south of Martha’s Vineyard.
The first U.S. offshore wind farm was built off Block Island, Rhode Island.
