Massachusetts Delays Offshore Wind Contract Negotiations to June 2026 Amid Federal Uncertainty
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Massachusetts has postponed contract negotiations for offshore wind projects with Ocean Winds and Avangrid until June 2026, citing federal policy changes and economic challenges. The Healey administration is also considering extending the offshore wind procurement deadline to 2029 and is exploring alternative energy sources, including hydropower, solar, nuclear, and natural gas, as other offshore wind projects remain stalled.

Jan 1, 2026, 1:30 PM