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How to Bring Wind Energy Back to School with You This Year
Sept. 12, 2023
Whether you’re a student or an educator, learn how you can take advantage of opportunities to join the next generation of the expanding wind energy workforce.
First-Ever Gulf of Mexico Offshore Wind Energy Auction
Aug. 29, 2023
First leasing area in the Gulf of Mexico sold for offshore wind energy development.
Fourth Major Offshore Wind Energy Project Approved
Aug. 22, 2023
To advance offshore wind energy deployment, the U.S. Department of the Interior approves a new project off Rhode Island that will power homes and offer jobs.

Seven Ways Wind Energy Lights a Path to U.S. Energy Independence
July 14, 2023
As we celebrate our nation’s independence this month, let’s look at seven ways wind energy is helping the United States achieve energy independence.
Recording Available: Offshore Wind and Communities: Perspectives on Local Impacts
June 28, 2023
Watch a recording of the WINDExchange webinar focused on the ways offshore wind energy projects can affect nearby communities.
Exploring Offshore Wind Energy Opportunities in the Great Lakes
June 26, 2023
Study finds offshore wind energy potential in the U.S. Great Lakes
Interior Department Proposes Rule to Bolster Solar and Wind Development on Public Lands, Continue Progress on Efficient and Responsible Permitting
June 15, 2023
Renewable energy regulations updated to promote the development of solar and wind energy on public lands.

How Wind Energy Companies Can Connect with Internship Applicants
April 18, 2023
The U.S. Department of Energy’s Wind Energy Technologies Office helps address the wind industry’s workforce needs through various efforts. Based on a recent study from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, a research team developed four recommendations to help companies connect with interns and establish these mutually beneficial relationships
Recording Available: Building the Offshore Wind Supply Chain and Workforce
March 27, 2023
Watch the recording of the March 2, 2023, webinar on the current state and future needs of the U.S. offshore wind energy workforce and supply chain.
DOE Announces New Actions to Accelerate U.S. Floating Offshore Wind Deployment
Feb. 22, 2023
Inaugural Floating Offshore Wind Shot Summit advances technologies to power millions of homes, create good-paying jobs, and strengthen U.S. energy security
Bridging the Wind Energy Workforce Gap
Feb. 21, 2023
The U.S. Department of Energy Wind Energy Technologies Office is working to bridge the industry's "workforce gap" by supporting research into land-based and offshore wind energy workforce needs and trends, as well as programs that help prepare the next generation of wind energy workers.
Catch Up on Our Latest Newsletter!
Feb. 7, 2023
Catch up on the February 2023 WINDExchange newsletter!
New Guide Helps Communities Weigh Options for Aging Wind Turbines
Feb. 6, 2023
WINDExchange has released the Wind Energy End-of-Service Guide, which offers details on the processes, methods, costs, and impacts associated with repowering and decommissioning wind turbines.
A Breezy Guide to Help You Navigate WINDExchange Resource Maps
Jan. 30, 2023
Serving as a hub for both large and small wind energy projects, WINDExchange offers more than 300 wind resource maps and counting, for both land-based and offshore wind resources. But don’t let that number scare you—a breezy guide to help you navigate our wind resource maps is here to help you sail straight to the map you’re looking for!
Funding Is Now Available for School Wind Energy Projects
Jan. 23, 2023
REpowering Schools and national lab offer seed funding for wind energy projects at colleges and universities.
Interior Department Takes Steps to Strengthen Offshore Clean Energy Development
Jan. 12, 2023
USDA Seeking Applications for Rural Energy for America Program Fiscal Year 2023 Funding
Jan. 3, 2023
Notice of Intent to Issue Funding Opportunity Announcement for Underserved and Indigenous Community Microgrids
Dec. 20, 2022
$28 Million Funding Opportunity to Address Key Deployment Challenges for Offshore, Land-Based, and Distributed Wind Energy
Dec. 6, 2022
Supported by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the Department of Energy’s Wind Energy Technologies Office releases a $28 million funding opportunity that will address wind energy deployment barriers.
WINDExchange Shares Recording of Navigating Offshore Wind Energy Decision-Making Processes Webinar
Nov. 14, 2022
First-of-Its-Kind Study Uncovers Data to Improve Modeling Tools for Small Wind Turbines
Nov. 7, 2022
Webinar Recording Focuses on Renewable Energy Siting Programs
Nov. 4, 2022
WINDExchange Newsletter Issue #223
Oct. 20, 2022
WINDExchange publishes 100-meter wind resource maps for all contiguous United States and Hawaii; a new prize aims to help develop a supply chain and accelerate the market readiness of U.S. floating offshore wind energy designs; a new report analyzes how the U.S. offshore wind energy industry could significantly grow its domestic workforce, and more!
WINDExchange Releases Newsletter Issue #223
Oct. 20, 2022
The latest news from WINDExchange for the first quarter of Fiscal Year 2022, including new resource maps, a recently launched floating offshore wind energy prize and shot, wind energy market reports, upcoming and recorded webinars, and more news about wind energy research and tools!
Biden-Harris Administration Announces First-Ever Offshore Wind Lease Sale in the Pacific
Oct. 18, 2022
National Lab Announces New Distributed Wind Project Database
Oct. 4, 2022
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is excited to announce their new Distributed Wind Project Database, sharing data critical for identifying trends and opportunities for growth, as well as prioritizing investments for both the U.S. Department of Energy’s Wind Energy Technology Office and industry stakeholders