A community-based offshore wind developer.

A consortium formed by principals of East Coast fishing companies.

Enables East Coast fishing industry to participate in development of offshore wind energy.

East Coast waters are among the most productive fishing grounds and seafood industries in the U.S. 

• Concern regarding “competition” between other users of waters and ocean bottom.
• Has historically opposed offshore wind research & development due to cumulative negative impacts on fishing industry.
  

• Husbanders of sustainable marine resources.
• Know how to handle heavy machinery in high winds and rough seas.
• Control key upland assembly docks, boats, and water access.
• Know the waters and the ocean bottom.
  

Views offshore wind energy as an opportunity, rather than a threat.

Fishermen can better serve fishing industry as an agent for change, than as a victim.

Existing businesses ensure fishermen can persevere during lengthy permitting and development stages.

With fishermen as principal developers, a key opposition to offshore wind is removed.