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Find recent polling data, research findings, and reports that inform the national conversation on offshore wind and America’s energy future.

The impact of offshore wind in meeting coastal and inland load growth in PJM

White Paper

PJM faces a 7.8 GW power shortfall by 2033 driven by surging demand from data centers and manufacturing, and offshore wind — which peaks precisely when the grid is most stressed — is one of the most effective tools available to close that gap, cutting outage risk by up to 46% and delivering reliability benefits across the full 13-state footprint.

Public Opinion on Offshore Wind: Findings from 13 Coastal States, March 2026

Polling Memo

New polling from March 2026 across 13 coastal states finds 74% of voters support offshore wind, with Republican support surging 31 points in 14 months.

Executive Summary: Offshore Wind’s Role in Meeting Emerging Grid Reliability Challenges

White Paper

Offshore wind improves grid reliability and affordability while complementing other energy resources as electricity demand grows.

Impacts of Offshore Wind on Reliability and Affordability in ISO-NE and NYISO

White Paper

Offshore wind can strengthen Northeast grid reliability and help manage costs as electricity demand rises and gas supply constraints increase.

The Contribution of Offshore Wind to Grid Reliability and Resource Adequacy

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Meeting rapidly growing U.S. electricity demand will require a diverse mix of resources, with offshore wind providing reliable, fuel-free power during critical grid stress periods.

Bipartisan Momentum Grows for Offshore Wind: Tarrance Group Poll Results, June 2025

Polling Memo

Nearly 70% of Americans support offshore wind, with bipartisan backing driven by its perceived benefits for jobs, energy stability, and meeting rising electricity demand.

Energy Independence and Jobs Drive Bipartisan Support for Offshore Wind in January 2025 Poll

Polling Memo

A January 2025 poll finds about two-thirds of voters support offshore wind for its economic and energy security benefits.