New England commercial fishermen have one of the most dangerous jobs in the country. Now, they’re worried new offshore wind farms will make things worse. Construction is set to begin this year on the country’s first large scale offshore wind project. Most of the attention has focused on jobs and the economy, but the fishermen say they’re also worried about safety.
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Vineyard Wind Says Offshore Wind Project Still On Schedule Despite Setbacks
Vineyard Wind says federal officials have no intention of stopping the 84-turbine offshore wind farm project. This comes after federal officials announced that it was not ready to make a decision on a critical component of the project.
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Vineyard Wind’s Economic Impact Report On MA Fishermen Is Biased, Economist Says
A University of Rhode Island economist says Vineyard Wind’s $10 million compensation offer to Massachusetts fishermen is too low.