Oceantic Network Statement on Postponement of Oregon Offshore Wind Lease Sale

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management announced that it will delay the offshore wind auction in Oregon previously scheduled for October 15. In response to this announcement, Sam Salustro, vice president of strategic communication at Oceantic Network, released the following statement:

“Oceantic Network supports BOEM's decision today to advance offshore wind energy responsibly in Oregon. The West Coast is an emerging market that will require new technologies. Regional supply chain coordination is key to a successful rollout of offshore wind energy, and we are seeing the region advance: California has set new offtake goals and allocated funding for ports and transmission, and with Gov. Inslee's support, Washington State Maritime Blue formed the Blue Wind Supply Chain Collaborative to promote local manufacturing for offshore wind components. Oceantic is confident that Oregon will soon join other states in the development of offshore wind project

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