French ocean energy developer joining UMaine-led offshore wind project, media report
Recharge, SeeNews Renewables, Portland Press Herald, Power Technology, Mainebiz and the Associated Press reported French naval defense and ocean energy developer DCNS has joined the University of Maine-led New England Aqua Ventus I floating offshore wind pilot project. Last month, the project was selected by the U.S. Department of Energy to participate in the Offshore Wind Advanced Technology Demonstration program, making it one of three projects that are each eligible for up to $39.9 million in additional funding over three years. The project aims to put a two-turbine, 12-megawatt project off the coast of Monhegan Island. New England Aqua Ventus project partners include UMaine and UMaine’s Advanced Structures and Composites Center, Emera Inc., Cianbro and now DCNS, according to the reports. The Maine Public Broadcasting Network, Daily Journal, The Washington Times and Colorado Springs’ The Gazette carried the AP report.