US Energy Department Withdraws Funding for Virginia Offshore Wind Project

Renewable Energy World: Dominion Virginia Power said it is assessing options for its proposed offshore wind demonstration project after the U.S. Department of Energy announced it is withdrawing $40 million in funding.

DOE made its decision after Dominion could not guarantee an in-service date for the Virginia Offshore Wind Technology Advancement Project (VOWTAP) earlier than 2020. Dominion said it has been working toward an earlier date, but there are too many uncertainties to meet the request. Dominion Virginia Power will consult other project partners before deciding next steps.

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