NYCEDC Announces ‘Summer of Offshore Wind’ on Staten Island

NEW YORK, NY—New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) has launched The Summer of Offshore Wind on Staten Island, a free event series that will educate Staten Islanders, including families, local businesses, and community institutions, about the existing and future opportunities that the offshore wind (OSW) industry will bring to Staten Island communities and the local economy. The OSW industry has already begun to make a mark on Staten Island, with potential to grow into a major source of energy and family-sustaining jobs.

The series of over 20 free pop-up events will be held throughout the month of June. The events will feature opportunities for Staten Islanders to learn more about different OSW job opportunities arising, attend a boat tour to see where the facilities are being built, spend a family day on the beach to build wind turbines, and more.

“This event series is an exciting opportunity for our community to learn about the potential of the offshore wind industry and the economic benefits it can bring to this district. This industry is already making its mark on Staten Island, and we have the chance to become a major hub for renewable energy. I am excited for my constituents to participate in these events and be part of shaping a greener and more sustainable future for our borough,” said Senator Jessica Scarcella-Spanton.

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