National Offshore Wind Research & Development Consortium

We’re excited to share that three NOWRDC-supported projects have been selected as finalists for Oceantic Network’s 2025 Ventus Awards! These nominations reflect the impactful work being done to advance offshore wind innovation, lower costs, and strengthen the U.S. supply chain. ? Innovation of the Year Finalist:?Saildrone and RPS Tetra Tech – Renewable Powered, Uncrewed Mobile Assets to Monitor Protected Marine Mammals Saildrone developed an innovative multi-phase NOWRDC project integrating uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs) with AI-powered marine mammal detection for real-time acoustic monitoring. ?? This approach lowers the cost of environmental monitoring and permitting while enhancing safety - offering a cutting-edge solution for responsible offshore wind development. ?? Advancement in Project Siting & Development Finalist:?Multi-fidelity Modeling of Offshore Wind Inter-array Wake Impacts to Inform Future U.S. Atlantic Offshore Wind Energy Area Development Joint Industry Project (JIP) ?? This uniquely impactful project enhances understanding of inter-array wake effects to optimize turbine layouts and maximize AEP (Annual Energy Production). By uniting government agencies, developers, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, and researchers, it improves modeling, provides evaluation tools, and informs future lease area spacing. ??? Supply Chain Advancement – Private Sector Finalist:?Crowley and Technical Validation of Existing U.S. Flagged Barges as a “Feeder” Solution for the U.S. Offshore Wind Industry This project explores the feasibility of utilizing existing U.S.-flagged barges as feeder vessels, providing a cost-saving solution to project development logistical challenges. ?? By reducing project development costs and increasing U.S. vessel opportunities, this effort supports NOWRDC’s mission to grow a robust and competitive domestic offshore wind supply chain. The Ventus Award winners will be revealed at the Ventus Gala on April 29 in Virginia Beach. Congratulations to all the finalists, and we look forward to celebrating these achievements with the industry! https://lnkd.in/efHHSWAs

Attention offshore wind startups! Don’t miss this opportunity to take your business to the next level with the Offshore Wind Innovation Hub. This is your chance to gain valuable support and connections to accelerate your growth and make an impact in the industry. Deadline: March 21 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eRynWueY

NOWRDC is proud to support our partner, the Offshore Wind Innovation Hub, as they launch their third cohort of innovators! This program is a fantastic chance for startups and scale-ups to collaborate, innovate, and drive advancements in offshore wind technology. ?? If you're ready to make waves in the offshore wind industry, check out this incredible opportunity and join the movement toward a more sustainable future.

?? Reflecting on a Remarkable Symposium: Thank You for Advancing Offshore Wind Together ?? Over the past two days, we had the privilege of hosting a dynamic gathering of state and federal agencies, industry leaders, international partners, researchers, and startups—each contributing to a shared vision: advancing offshore wind through research, development, and innovation. A recurring theme throughout the Symposium has been collaboration—a cornerstone of NOWRDC’s mission. From exploring public-private models to state partnerships aligning policies and frameworks, we saw firsthand how working together enhances our understanding and ensures that our projects benefit from best practices worldwide. Partnership reminds us that the challenges we face are not isolated, but part of a broader, interconnected effort to drive offshore wind advancement. Additional highlights include: ?? R&D project presentations ranging from floating offshore wind to environmental monitoring demonstrated the importance of R&D for achieving our energy goals, as well as the necessity of ensuring that our growth is both technologically advanced and socially responsible.? ?? Communicating complex R&D effectively—a crucial step in ensuring breakthroughs are understood and used by stakeholders, policymakers, and the public. ?? And a general note that sometimes, the most important conversations are the ones we have over coffee or drinks, when we take time to build relationships that inspire our next great idea. These discussions reaffirmed that NOWRDC is more than a funding entity—it is a collaborative platform driving the innovations that will power the next generation of offshore wind infrastructure. Special thanks to The Johns Hopkins University for hosting us and to the speakers and moderators for making this event a success. And a sincere thank you to everyone who joined us—both in person and online—for your dedication and expertise. Your engagement inspires us to continue shaping a sustainable and resilient energy future. #OffshoreWind #Innovation #Collaboration #Sustainability #NOWRDC

The National Offshore Wind R&D Symposium kicks off today at 9am Eastern! Looking forward to seeing you on the *free* virtual livestream, or in-person here in Washington DC. Full event linked here: https://lnkd.in/dwb33Y2N

We’re excited to announce the launch of our new "Our Impact" webpage and the release of our Metrics Analysis Report! These resources highlight the outcomes of our self-assessment process, showcasing how we’re driving innovation and impact in offshore wind development. On our new webpage you’ll find… 1?? Key Funding Metrics – High-level quantitative statistics that reflect our funding KPIs. 2?? LCOE Analysis – A summarized look at our Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE) comparison study, with the full details available in the linked metrics report report. 3?? Principal Investigator (PI) Testimonials – Hear directly from PIs about the qualitative impacts of our funding on their projects and organizations. This work represents the collaborative feedback from current and past project PIs, offering valuable insights into our organizational performance and areas of impact. ?? Explore the webpage and report here: https://lnkd.in/ei8dQK7R We welcome you to check it out, and reach out to us if you have any questions or want to engage with us further about our work.

A reminder that the NOWRDC Offshore Wind R&D Symposium is just around the corner, happening December 10-11 – and you can join for FREE via livestream! ??? This is your chance to explore cutting-edge research, hear from industry leaders, and learn about groundbreaking collaborations shaping the future of offshore wind. ?? Save the date and register now to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/dwb33Y2N --- Attending in-person? Check out this Locke Lord LLP and Troutman Pepper panel on Dec. 9 for a deep dive examining how Trump could reshape the offshore wind landscape and how industry, investors, states and other key stakeholders might navigate these shifts. Register here: https://ow.ly/l7er50Ujs2Z ?? #OffshoreWind #Innovation #NOWRDC

National Offshore Wind R&D Symposium Reception/Offshore Wind Drinks - Open to the Public Come join us for a night of networking and fun at the?Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center! This reception is open to all, so bring your friends and colleagues along. Connect with industry experts, researchers, and enthusiasts in the field of offshore wind energy. Enjoy drinks, snacks, a short pitch competition, some offshore wind trivia and prizes, and engaging conversations. Note for Symposium attendees - if you're already registered to attend Symposium in-person, you do not need to register for this reception. It's already included in your in-person Symposium registration. Interested in attending the National Offshore Wind R&D Symposium? The NOWRDC Symposium is designed to bring together industry leaders, researchers, policymakers, and innovators to explore the latest advancements and challenges in offshore wind energy. Attendees will engage in discussions on cutting-edge research, technology innovations, and policy developments, with presentations from key experts in the field. Register now to secure your spot and be part of the conversation driving the next wave of offshore wind innovation! Link: https://lnkd.in/eQbV5h39 Time: December 10-11, 2024 Hybrid Location: In-Person at the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center in Washington DC, and virtually via livestream American Clean Power Association (ACP) Bureau of Ocean Energy Management Oceantic Network National Offshore Wind Research & Development Consortium

Upcoming offshore wind projects present real economic development and job opportunities, but the success of these ambitions depends to a large degree on the development of a domestic supply chain that can reap these benefits. Tune into our OSW R&D Symposium to see how NOWRDC projects are developing solutions that directly spur U.S.-led technology and supply chain development. Speakers include: - Bailey Pons and Paula Perez from National Renewable Energy Laboratory - Eric Sells- Senior Engineer at Keystone Tower Systems Moderated by: Isaac Ward-Fineman - Offshore Wind Supply Chain Lead, Wind Energy Technologies Office at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Learn more and register for Symposium here: https://lnkd.in/dwb33Y2N

?? 2 Weeks to Go Until the 2024 NOWRDC Symposium! ?? The countdown is on for the NOWRDC Symposium—a two-day event bringing together state, federal, and international governments, industry leaders, researchers, and nonprofits to collaborate on strengthening the offshore wind industry through connection and innovation. Here’s what you can look forward to: ??? Agenda Highlights - Policy Perspectives on Offshore Wind R&D: Hear from energy agency leaders like Robert Brabston (NJ BPU), Georges Sassine (NYSERDA), Lisa Engler (MassCEC), and more. - International Collaboration: Learn how NOWRDC’s partnerships are driving global innovation with insights from experts at the British Embassy, Innovation Norway, the Dutch Consulate, and the Carbon Trust. - Industry Insights: Perspectives from leaders at Shell, bp, Avangrid, and TotalEnergies on advancing offshore wind R&D. - Researcher highlights: Hear from cutting edge offshore wind R&D projects on the work they're delivering to bring down cost, improve safety, reduce environmental impacts, and strengthen the U.S. supply chain. ?? Networking Opportunities - In-person networking sessions throughout the symposium. - A reception at the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center—an OSW Drinks event open to all! ?? Key Speakers Gain insights from members of the Bipartisan Offshore Wind Congressional Caucus, industry trailblazers, and top researchers as they discuss solutions and strategies for offshore wind’s biggest challenges. ?? Why Attend? This symposium isn’t just a conference—it’s a platform to problem-solve, strengthen the industry, and build meaningful connections. ?? Mark your calendars: December 10-11, 2024 ?? Location: In-Person in Washington DC and virtually via FREE livestream ?? Register now to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/dwb33Y2N #OffshoreWind #NOWRDC2024 #CleanEnergy #Networking