New England for Offshore Wind and Black Economic Council of Massachusetts co-hosted Empowering Communities with Offshore Wind: How a Community Benefits Agreement Can Bring Positive Change, a two-part webinar series shedding light on the vital topic of Community Benefits Agreements (CBAs) in offshore wind development.
“Community Benefits Agreements build critical support for infrastructure, jobs, education, resiliency, and public needs and establish an important commitment to offshore wind infrastructure and project deployments that strengthen our regional economy, protect ratepayers and improve public health,” said Kelt Wilska, Offshore Wind Director at Environmental League of Massachusetts and Regional Lead of New England for Offshore Wind. “We’re excited to advance the conversation about the power of CBAs and the critical need to ensure they deliver equitable outcomes for the communities affected by offshore wind deployment.”
Part I: Offshore Wind Community Benefits Agreements
Part I of the series explored the current landscape of offshore wind project and port infrastructure CBAs. Participants gained insights into the purpose and components of these agreements and panelists shared perspectives on the local impact and importance of collaboration in fostering sustainable offshore wind development.
Part II: Environmental Justice Principles in Community Benefits Agreements Negotiations and Outcomes
Building on the foundation laid in Part I, the second installment of the series explored the crucial role of environmental justice principles in shaping the future of CBAs. Expert speakers discussed the social and environmental rationale behind integrating these principles, emphasizing their significance in ensuring equitable outcomes for communities affected by offshore wind projects.
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Download this PDF to click through and read the official language for recent CBAs related to offshore wind.
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