The Business Case for Offshore Wind in CT

​Offshore wind (OSW) presents a once-in-a-generation economic opportunity for Connecticut. A supply chain study commissioned by the CT Wind Collaborative shows that over 50 local companies already contributing to active OSW projects—and more than 450 identified as having strong potential—the state is poised to become a regional leader in this rapidly growing industry.

​Join us for this timely and informative webinar as we explore the business case for offshore wind development in Connecticut. Our expert panel will examine recent findings from the nation’s first regional OSW supply chain study and share real-world insights into how Connecticut companies are already benefiting from this emerging sector.

​What you'll learn:

• ​Key findings from the Connecticut Offshore Wind Supply Chain Assessment
  Commissioned by the Connecticut Wind Collaborative presented by Andy Logan with Xodus and an overview of the Office of the Clean Economy, Andrew Lavigne.
  

• ​Lessons from the field:
  Tony Appleton, a veteran of the offshore wind industry, and Managing Director of Green Power Global will reflect on early project development, common challenges, and how other states and regions have overcome them
  

• ​A success story from the supply chain:
  Hear from Jesse Baldwin at ThayerMahan, a Connecticut-based company manufacturing advanced bubble curtain technology, about how offshore wind has shaped their growth, innovation, and vision for the future

​Whether you're a business leader, policymaker, or simply interested in the economic future of Connecticut, this webinar offers valuable insight into how offshore wind development can drive investment, job creation, and long-term prosperity in the state.