California is moving fast to power its grid with energy from offshore wind turbines. Check back here for the latest developments in the political and regulatory spaces.
August 22, 2024. CPUC approves the decision to procure 7.6 gigawatts (GW) of offshore wind.
July 19, 2024. CPUC proposes 7.6 GW for offshore wind central procurement per AB 1373.
July 10, 2024. The California Energy Commission (CEC) approves the AB 525 strategic plan for offshore wind development.
October 7, 2023. Governor Newsom signs central procurement bill AB 1373 into law.
December 2022. California announces five winning bids to operate offshore wind turbines in two key areas: the Morro Bay Offshore Wind Area and the Humboldt Bay Offshore Wind Area.
September 2021. California passes AB 525, which requires the state to develop a strategic plan for offshore wind energy developments.
