NOWRDC Formation
- The National Offshore Wind Research and Development Consortium (NOWRDC) was created in 2018 when the U.S. Department of Energy selected the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), to create a new 501©3 non-profit organization to advance offshore wind technology R&D through competitive grants.
- DOE provided initial funding of $20.5 million, which NYSERDA matched to form formed a funding pool of $41 million.
- Since NOWRDC’s formation, 7 states, 10 developers, and 10 other public and independent members have joined the Consortium.
NOWRDC Mission
NOWRDC is a nationally-focused, not-for-profit organization collaborating with industry to fund prioritized R&D activities to:
- Accelerate the deployment of offshore wind energy in the U.S.
- Address challenges and obstacles facing the offshore wind industry and maximize economic and social benefits.
- Reduce the levelized cost of energy (LCOE) of offshore wind in the U.S.
Core Activities
Funding Innovation
Fund innovation directly responsive to the technical and supply chain barriers faced by offshore wind project developers in the U.S.
Networking
Convene strong networks that connect technology innovators, research institutions, project developers, supply chain companies, utilities, and state and federal government agencies
Job Opportunities
Enhance U.S. content and expand job opportunities across the offshore wind sector by providing essential funds and resources to companies.
Consortium Staff
NOWRDC Members & Board
Public sponsors
Developers
Independent
