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Hold onto your wind turbines because Community Offshore Wind is stirring up some serious breezy business. They’ve just joined the Science Center for Marine Fisheries and are bent on balancing offshore wind power with ocean user needs. They believe the growth of offshore wind in the U.S. could bring innovative solutions to fishing industries impacted by climate change, because who says fighting climate change can’t also be about thriving fisheries?

Community Offshore Wind Joins Marine Fisheries Science Center

Great news folks! Community Offshore Wind, the exciting joint venture of RWE and National Grid Ventures, has been welcomed into the Science Center for Marine Fisheries (SCEMFIS) family as the latest member of its Industry Advisory Board (IAB).

So, why is this a big deal? Well, Community Offshore Wind currently has the largest offshore wind lease area in the New York Bight. They’re all about balancing the needs of both existing ocean users and the wind power sector as they develop their project.

In the words of Deirdre Boelke, fisheries manager for Community Offshore Wind, “Community Offshore Wind is committed to successful coexistence with commercial and recreational fisheries.” They’re backing SCEMFIS’ approach of science and industry teaming up for sustainable fisheries.

And guess what? This isn’t just about wind power – it’s about facing the impacts of climate change and finding innovative solutions to build resilient fisheries. So, here’s to sustainable energy, thriving oceans, and a brighter, better future!

Original Story at nawindpower.com