Oceantic Network Statement on 2024 Election Results

Oceantic Network, the largest non-profit focused on offshore wind and other ocean renewables, issued the following statement from President & CEO Liz Burdockfollowing the 2024 U.S. presidential election: 

“On behalf of our 450+ offshore wind supply chain members, Oceantic Network congratulates President Donald Trump on an historic political comeback. The American people voted resoundingly for domestic economic prosperity. Eight years ago, the first Trump administration laid out the fundamental framework for our modern offshore wind industry and oversaw seven federal lease sales that netted $456 million for the federal treasury. Industry responded by making the first supply chain investments that are now creating jobs in Texas and South Carolina. The momentum started by that administration resulted in thousands of new jobs and $40 billion in new investment. This includes $24 billion in direct investments towards manufacturing, vessel-building and shipyard upgrades, port infrastructure, transmission planning, and workforce development across 39 red and blue states.

“With President Trump in office, we have the opportunity to harness even more investment and measurable economic benefits for communities across the country. The U.S. offshore wind industry stands ready to welcome new investments in American factories and shipyards. Oceantic looks forward to working with the Trump-Vance administration and the new Congress to advance our nation’s economy, combat rising costs, and deliver more domestic energy.”

Oceantic Network | https://oceantic.org/