To: Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM)
From: Climate Revolution Action Network (CRAN)
RE: NY Bight Wind
I am here to express my support and Gen-Z’s support of offshore wind in New Jersey. Without projects like these, my generation will not have an opportunity to live their lives in a stable New Jersey. The climate crisis is already bearing down on our state, causing once-in-a-generation flooding, storm surges, and an insurmountable amount of destruction. We have already lost two wind projects in New Jersey, and I implore BOEM and state agencies to do everything they can to choose the right partners so we can see this project come to fruition.
I grew up and live on the shore. I understand the devastation we are facing here. The youth of the state, our children, and our grandchildren deserve better.
To opponents of offshore wind: the ball is in your court now. It’s time to decide if you will continue to let fossil fuel companies play you like a puppet, or stand up for this state. Stand up for future generations that dream of living at the shore. Stand up for local fishermen. Stand up for workers who want to be employed in the green economy. And stand up for this beautiful place we call home.
Let’s turn our energy challenges into economic development opportunities.