US Wind funds marine wildlife research

Company Pledges $11 Million in Funding Over 10 Years

Today, Baltimore-based US Wind, Inc. (US Wind) announced $11 million in funding over ten years to the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) for three research projects aimed at understanding the potential effects of offshore wind development on marine mammals, fish, and birds. The research will take place in US Wind’s 80,000-acre federal Lease area off the coast of Ocean City, Maryland. “As US Wind works to develop offshore wind off Maryland’s coast, it’s imperative that we do so responsibly,” said Jeff Grybowski, US Wind CEO. “We’re thrilled to be partnering with UMCES on industry-leading environmental research that will enhance protections for... ... More: Official Press Release US Wind

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