The Biden-Harris administration today announced its approval of the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) commercial project – the fifth approval of a commercial-scale, offshore wind energy project under President Biden’s leadership.
The project plans for 5GW power. In comparison, The UK alone currently operates 6GW, with another 3GW under construction (finished by 2026), another 7GW planned for 2026 and another 10GW planned without a specified time line. Population in the UK is roundabout 66million. US 330 Million.
If someone is interested, there is a list of offshore wind parks on Wikipedia. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_offshore_wind_farms
The project plans for 5GW power. In comparison, The UK alone currently operates 6GW, with another 3GW under construction (finished by 2026), another 7GW planned for 2026 and another 10GW planned without a specified time line. Population in the UK is roundabout 66million. US 330 Million.