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A Case Study in Offshore Wind Development: An Education in Offshore Wind

Vineyard Offshore, leading the development of the first commercial-scale offshore wind farm, prioritizes educating the communities most directly impacted about the benefits and opportunities of offshore wind energy.

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Vineyard Offshore, leading the development of the first commercial-scale offshore wind farm, prioritizes educating the communities most directly impacted about the benefits and opportunities of offshore wind energy. That has made Vineyard Wind, with its construction port of New Bedford, MA, and its operations hub on Martha’s Vineyard, the testing ground for offshore wind education.

The programs developed by Vineyard Offshore have set the standard for engaging the public—and especially young people— with the exciting reality of offshore wind.

Among its core programming, the Vineyard Offshore Education Team is teaming up with local partners, engaging and empowering young adults, partnering with teachers, and establishing community-focused hands-on informational exhibits.

READ MORE IN OUR EDUCATION IN OFFSHORE WIND CASE STUDY

How Vineyard Offshore is educating the community

Two people engaging with interactive exhibits in a modern museum setting, featuring informational displays and touch screens.
Creating Public Exhibits
Group of young adults in winter clothing standing in front of industrial wind turbine structures on a snowy day.
Empowering young people
A group of students and adults looking at educational displays outdoors.

“My internship with Vineyard Wind was an amazing experience. I enjoyed helping visitors understand wind energy and its importance. It was incredible to see people of all ages become excited about renewable energy and sustainability through our efforts. It also taught me how to communicate effectively and step out of my comfort zone.”

Gladys Hernandes Nieto

A sophomore at Global Learning Charter Public School in New Bedford and one of Vineyard Offshore’s 2024 High School Ambassadors