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The experience of a yacht charter begins with one word: exclusivity. Pair 5-star service with a beautiful, blank canvas to plan an event that you, and your guests, will always remember. The skyline of New York City’s midtown and lower Manhattan and the ever-mesmerizing Statue of Liberty at dusk from the Manhattan harbor is simply icing on the cake. For over 35 years, our fleet and crew have mastered the detail, attention, and service that it takes to create more than just a one-time amazing experience but an unforgettable lifelong memory. The Duchess is a versatile event space that can be chartered and styled to your liking — we’re here to help!

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Pricing Includes a Charter Fee, Food & Beverage Minimum, 20% Operating Fee on the Food & Beverage and 8.875% Tax. Duchess Charter Fee: $3,500.00 Food & Beverage Minimum: $20,000.00 20% Operating Fee: $4,000.00 8.875% Tax: $2,440.63 Total: $29,940.63

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Duchess Lounge The Duchess Lounge radiates a perfect combination of contemporary allure with a nautical flair. Partake in the breathtaking views of the NYC Skyline with the promenade’s 360° outdoor terrace or its opulent Sundeck along with its cozy lounge furniture perfect for a tranquil and lavish atmosphere. The indoor deck features colorful cocktail tables, a wet bar and panoramic windows; offering front row seats to the ultimate luxurious NYC experience. Main Dining Saloon The main dining saloon offers a classic flexible event space where you can design the room of your dreams. Featuring a large dance floor, a full-service bar, Dining tables & banquet chairs the Main Dining Saloon has all that you need to ensure a seamless event. Floating Rooftop Lounge The top deck of Duchess is the show stopper. You and your guests will indulge in the best panoramic views the city has to offer three stories up. The rooftop bar, lounge furniture and the sound system will set this perfect mood for a fun and unique experience for you and your guests.

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NYC'S FAVORITE TACO BOAT!

Join us this week - Tacos & Margaritas are waiting for you!

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Bottomless Brunches are better on a boat!

LA BARCA AFTER DARKA (21+ Event)

Set sail on a 2.5 hour Hudson River Cruise from 11 PM to 1:30 AM, with breathtaking views of the Statue of Liberty, Live DJ's and Delicious Drinks! 

FIESTA, SIESTA, MEZCAL, REPEAT!

Did you know La Barca Cantina is home to one of New York's largest Agave Spirits lists?

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On a floating fiesta, we’re nacho average restaurant joint….

La Barca Cantina is New York City’s first and only floating Mexican restaurant! With plenty of indoor and outdoor space, come spend time on the only Mexican restaurant in New York that sails on the Hudson River. Our luxury yacht has an enormous outdoor deck, three bars and two beautiful indoor, temperature-controlled decks plus a killer sound system pumping out Latin pop, salsa and dance hits on all three decks. Our boat cruises several times a day, allowing guests to eat and drink while taking in the best view in the world: The New York skyline from the Hudson River.

A fun destination for every occasion!

Whether you’re looking to enjoy food & drinks with your besties, have a fun date night, unwind at boozy brunch, host a birthday or even a company party, we can guarantee the celebration will be better on the water!

For Tacos & Tequila! 

Conceived in Oaxaca and New York, La Barca Cantina is a modern & fun tribute to the rich culture, history and textures of Mexico.

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2 hour cruises packed with city views, a live DJ, an all-you-can-eat buffet & bottomless mimosas & bellinis!

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Our special food & beverage packages are perfect for groups of 15 people or more!

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From semi-private spaces to a fully private boat, the possibilities (and tacos) are endless!

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Sip Happens on Wednesdays, Right? Enjoy $5 glasses of wine and well drinks every Wednesday, until the end of September. Offer also available on North River Lobster Co. & Pier Bar

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Are you following us on social? Followers and subscribers, enjoy 50% off Frozen Drinks & Margaritas  Wednesday through Friday, 12pm-6pm at the Pier Bar before you cruise  all season long. 

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Pier 81 Pier Bar, available Wednesday through Sunday 12pm-6pm , is the premier destination for both before and after boat excursions. We welcome you to enjoy a delightful experience of relaxation, exceptional dining, and refreshing drinks with us. 

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La Barca Cantina is easily accessible from Times Square, the Theater District, Hell’s Kitchen and Hudson Yards.

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this is your #tacotuesday reminder that once you pop the fun don`t stop, especially when all tacos are just $5 each 🌮! ...

grab a drink and leave it all on the dance floor! our friday night function is the place to see and be seen, so call up your crew and let them know that after darka is the move for an unforgettable night rolling down the #hudsonriver! (📸: @travisemeryhackett) #nycnightlife #afties #nycnightclub #nycnights #legendarynights #nycclub #mixology #yachtparty #newyorknightlife #nycbars ...

shoot your shot and slide into somebody`s DMs with an invite to la barca after darka 🪩🪩🪩🪩! TONIGHT we turn up during our legendary late night sail and the weather`s whispering "we outside..." 😈 limited tix are still available for the return of our floating fiesta, so drop an anchor at our website for your boarding passes! #nycnightlife #nycnightclub #nycgram #nycsummer #clublife #wherethepartyat ...

🚨 THIS DEAL WON’T LAST LONG! 🚨 our friend @_frankiesims will be helping us set the vibe on friday with an extra fresh DJ set, and you can enjoy HALF OFF boarding passes for a limited time only 🤯! be one of the first to step on board and experience the legendary return of LA BARCA AFTER DARKA 💃🕺! ...

🌮 BREAKING NEWS! 🌮 we`re taking #tacotuesday to the next level with this delicious deal... TACOS ARE $5 EACH EVERY TUESDAY TIL THE END OF JULY 😋! #mexicanfood #foodphotography #tacosarelife #tacotime #foodiesofig #foodiegram ...

we`re dancing all the way down the #hudsonriver when the taco boat turns into an absolute rager 🥳! after darka returns THIS FRIDAY and this non stop party pops off the moment we set sail 🌊 are you ready to sip some cocktails, grab some snacks, and turn up on this floating nightclub 🪩? ...

🚨 LOW TICKET WARNING! 🚨 why stand on land when you could roll down the #hudsonriver? we want YOU to experience the greatest #4thofjuly of all time, so we`ve got an open bar and a hot and fresh all you can eat buffet to enjoy once you board the taco boat! there`s nowhere else to #partyintheusa than this floating fiesta as the #macysfireworksshow pop off right in our backyard! ...

we sipped, we sailed, and we welcomed over 300 mezcal, tequila, and sotol samples for @panoramamezcal festival! thank you to all the vendors and guests (and the sun for sticking around all day ☀️) for making our third installment of this cruise full of learning and libations extra special ❤️! ...

locals, tourists, and #nativenewyorkers will agree... there`s NOTHING better than the big apple 🍎! and here`s a word to the wise... if you want to experience this show stopping moment at the #statueofliberty, be sure to book our 2 hour cruise down the #hudsonriver 🌊 ...

part feast, part fiesta, fully fantastic 💃! you can turn up or take it easy on the taco boat, we guarantee you`re gonna love our new and improved menu 🌮! ...

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a wise woman (@beyonce) once said, "put your #freakumdress on," and that`s exactly the vibe we`re welcoming when the taco boat turns into a club for la barca after darka in TWO WEEKS💃🪩🕺! starting friday, 7/5, we`re bringing back our 11pm sail to give you the late night luxury yacht feeling your weekend needs 🛥️ this year`s even got a snack bar, DJ set, and bottle service for you and your crew to enjoy! your personal invite awaits at our link in bio 😉 ...

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For over 35 years, World Yacht has offered luxury yacht rentals for corporate events and social gatherings of many sizes. Pier 81 is also home to  North River Lobster Company , a casual, fresh, three-floor floating lobster shack offering light fare, beverages and a raw bar boat.

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Long Holes Look Intimidating, but It’s the Short Ones That Often Befuddle Golfers

At the British Open at Royal Troon, a short hole called the Postage Stamp has ended many title runs.

By Paul Sullivan

The British Open at Royal Troon in Scotland this week might help answer a question vexing professional golf. Is the antidote to golfers hitting increasingly long drives creating holes that are even longer? Or is it the opposite: incredible shortness?

Troon, which is hosting its 10th Open this week, is famous for the Postage Stamp , the name given to its par-3 eighth hole, which is 123 yards on the card but may play under 100 yards this week if the tees are moved up and the pin is put in the front of the green. A tiny green surrounded by five bunkers, the hole has been a feature of the course since 1909.

It’s also a hole length that any golfer can hit. But under pressure, with the wind blowing and a tricky pin position, it’s a length that tests the skill of the most elite golfers.

This year, Troon will also have its opposite. It will have the longest hole in Open history , the par-5 sixth hole that will measure 623 yards. It beats by three yards the 15th hole at Royal Liverpool in last year’s Open.

In some ways, lengthening holes for top pros is akin to billionaires competing to have the longest yacht: It doesn’t really matter at the end of the day. Pros hit the ball so far that length alone doesn’t deter them.

What does is the strategy inherent in the design of the hole. This is where these two opposites at Troon open up a robust debate among top architects as to which matters more today: extreme length or extreme shortness?

“Short holes just fascinate me,” said Ben Crenshaw , a two-time major champion turned golf course architect with his partner Bill Coore. “Some of the great short holes in the world provide a test of accuracy and bravery in a way that a lot of other holes don’t. The Postage Stamp at Troon has been the scene of a lot of carnage and bravery.”

“The long holes are always a test over there because of the conditions,” Crenshaw added. “You only hope that you don’t reach a long hole that’s into the wind. Then it becomes a very difficult proposition. It’s a test that you will see over there.”

There was a time not so long ago when some par-5s were considered unreachable in two shots. (Hitting a par-5 in two, instead of three, is an advantage for players looking to make up ground on the rest of the field, with a birdie or maybe an eagle.)

In 1991, John Daly captivated the golfing world with how far he hit the ball in winning the P.G.A. Championship as a rookie. Two years later, when the U.S. Open was played at Baltusrol Golf Club’s Lower Course, Daly electrified the crowd when he reached the 630-yard 17th in two shots, then the only person to have done that in a tournament.

Some clubs have gone to extreme lengths to protect their holes. The 12th hole at Oakmont Country Club is one. Oakmont, which has hosted nine United States Opens and three P.G.A. Championships, is considered among the toughest golf courses in the United States. And the par-5 12th, always over 600 yards, was considered unreachable in two shots — until it wasn’t. So the last time the club hosted the U.S. Open in 2016, that hole was stretched to 684 yards, making it the longest U.S. Open hole ever.

Not everyone is a fan of that strategy.

“It’s almost impossible now to build a hole that’s unreachable in two, short of making it 700 yards, and I wouldn’t want to do that anyway,” said Tom Doak, who designed the Renaissance Club where the Scottish Open was played last week. “It’s better when the long hitter thinks he can get there, so he will risk getting in trouble to do it.”

Michael Hurdzan, a designer of Erin Hills, the longest course to ever host a U.S. Open at 7,845 yards, said being uncertain or uncomfortable is a better way to challenge elite players.

“If one were silly enough to play the maximum yardage on every hole, Erin Hills would total over 8,500 yards,” he said. “Legend has it that Patrick Reed did that on a practice day and shot 73. Length is not a strong deterrent to scoring among the elite players of today, but making them think is, and that is what a short hole can do.”

The ninth at Erin Hills is just 135 yards with bunkers surrounding it; it made many players at the 2017 U.S. Open unsure.

“The thing about Troon that I love is the capriciousness of the fairways,” Hurdzan said. “That ball can land and scoot one way or the other. They’re trying to hit it hard but now they have to hit it hard and true.”

While holes that are too long can open up a player to shooting many shots over par, they can also have the opposite effect in: removing the temptation to make a heroic shot.

So what needs to be done to keep these championship courses challenging?

Doak had several suggestions. One was a tee-shot hazard so challenging — say a deep, high-walled bunker — that it almost certainly costs players a stroke. Another is to penalize pros with a shot even they don’t like.

“My preference is to have the green bunkered more loosely on a par-5, so the player trying to hit driver off the deck might leave himself a 40-yard bunker shot,” he said. “Even pros hate those. That same bunker shouldn’t bother the guy playing three careful shots.”

A common feature is to put water near the green to claim any errant shots, but Hurdzan criticized that idea as uncreative.

“You want to reduce the margin of error as much as you can at the green, and you can do it with slopes,” he said. “We saw it at Pinehurst for the U.S. Open with all those roll offs. We’re going to see some of that at Troon because those greens have a lot of roll off. You want to design the Saturday and Sunday pin placements with small margins for error.”

Crenshaw, who restored Pinehurst No. 2 in 2011, said those sloping greens were what Donald Ross, the original designer who came from the links of Dornoch in Scotland, intended for championship golf even 100 years ago.

“Those greens defend it so well in so many different ways,” Crenshaw said. “An honest shot has to pull into that green with the proper strength. There are so many [curved] false fronts, if you don’t get the ball up into the green it will roll back on you. You have to play a conservative shot and not go for as many flagsticks. And when you do miss the greens, you’re faced with many delicate shots.”

This is where Crenshaw, a two-time winner of the Masters Tournament, said short befuddled great players more than long.

“Think of the 12th hole at Augusta.,” he said. “That will test you no matter what. It’s the shortest hole on that golf course. And it gets all the attention.”

Of course, at a championship venue like Troon, sometimes both short and long, can be problematic.

In 1982, Bobby Clampett playing in his first Open Championship at age 22 led by five after two rounds. He was off to a solid start with a few more birdies in the third round.

Then at the sixth, the longest hole back then at 577 yards, he carded a triple-bogey 8 that sent him reeling.

In 1997, Tiger Woods, who had turned professional the year before, was in contention at Troon until he took a 6 on the par-3 Postage Stamp hole. “That eighth hole at Troon tests you in all conditions,” Crenshaw said, “because the target is so small.”

And that may make it the better defense to today’s length debate.

Paul Sullivan, the  Wealth Matters  columnist from 2008 to 2021, is the founder of  The Company of Dads , a work and parenting site aimed at fathers. He is also the author of  The Thin Green Line : The Money Secrets of the Super Wealthy and  Clutch : Why Some People Excel Under Pressure and Others Don’t.  @sullivanpaul More about Paul Sullivan

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Start of Construction Announced for New York’s Largest Offshore Wind Project

924-megawatt sunrise wind to power approximately 600,000 homes once completed in 2026.

July 17, 2024

Governor Hochul today announced the start of construction on New York’s largest offshore wind project, Sunrise Wind, a 924-megawatt project developed by Ørsted. Once completed, the project will provide enough clean energy to power approximately 600,000 New York homes. Building on New York’s 10-Point Action Plan , the Governor also announced the issuance of New York’s fifth offshore wind solicitation to advance the next wave of clean energy development projects off the state’s coast, with final proposals due on September 9, 2024.

“We're growing New York's green economy, building clean energy, and expanding economic opportunities for all New Yorkers,” Governor Hochul said . “By breaking ground on Sunrise Wind and advancing the next wave of offshore wind projects, New York is passing a tremendous milestone to combat climate change. These projects will create good-paying union jobs and demonstrate that New York is leading the nation to build the offshore wind industry.”

Today’s groundbreaking at the Boys and Girls Club of Bellport on Long Island officially kicked off the start of the Sunrise Wind project which will support more than 800 direct jobs during the construction phase of the project and will spur economic benefits from the Capital Region to Long Island – including a $700 million investment in Suffolk County alone. It will be built under industry-leading project labor agreements ensuring local union labor's participation in all phases of construction. The project will be located approximately 30 miles east of Montauk, New York, with an approved transmission route connecting to the State’s electricity grid at the Holbrook Substation in the Town of Brookhaven in Suffolk County.

As a mature project, Sunrise Wind has already completed all major federal and state permitting milestones and received approval of its Construction and Operations Plan (COP) from the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) on June 21, 2024.

New York State Energy Research and Development Authority President and CEO Doreen M. Harris said , “I congratulate Ørsted on this momentous groundbreaking of Sunrise Wind, a catalyst for creating new family-sustaining job opportunities and bringing significant economic benefits to local communities. Today’s shovels in the ground, paired with the launch of New York’s fifth offshore wind solicitation, marks yet another step forward in advancing offshore wind in New York State, and realizing the potential of this powerhouse industry in accelerating the State’s energy transition and growing our economy.”

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Today’s announcement also included the launch of New York’s fifth offshore wind solicitation. The competitive solicitation, administered by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), is a critical next step toward bolstering the State’s growing large-scale renewable industry. The solicitation includes key provisions such as inflation indexing, labor provisions, stakeholder engagement requirements and disadvantaged community commitments that both ensures the most competitive process and brings the greatest value to all New Yorkers.

Group EVP and CEO Americas at Ørsted David Hardy said , “Sunrise Wind builds on the momentum from South Fork Wind as we deliver jobs, economic development, and clean power for hundreds of thousands of New York homes and businesses. We’re successfully standing up a new American energy industry thanks to the outstanding leadership of the Hochul and Biden-Harris Administrations. We look forward to building New York’s largest offshore wind project, helping the state meet its clean energy targets while strengthening the local offshore wind workforce and supply chain.”

U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said , “Today’s groundbreaking marks the start of construction on Sunrise Wind—New York’s largest job-creating and clean-energy producing offshore wind project that will change the energy landscape in New York for the better. Built with union labor, Sunrise Wind will provide clean energy for hundreds of thousands of New York homes and boost the regional economy. New York’s energy needs are vast, and so is the urgent need to reduce the greenhouse gasses driving climate change, which is why I fought so hard to pass the historic Inflation Reduction Act to make projects like this possible. I’ll continue working with Governor Hochul, the Biden administration, Long Island officials, labor and all stakeholders to move offshore wind and other renewable energy projects forward.”

U.S Senator Kirsten Gillibrand said , “The start of construction on the Sunrise Wind project marks a pivotal moment in New York’s journey to advance clean energy across the state. The Sunrise Wind project not only is a momentous step toward a zero-emission electricity sector and delivering clean energy to New York households, but will also create hundreds of good jobs and spur economic growth throughout the state. I commend Governor Hochul for her dedication to advancing clean energy projects and I will continue to fight to secure federal resources to target air pollution and combat climate change.”

U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management Director Elizabeth Klein said , “Today's event is further proof that U.S. offshore wind energy is now a concrete reality. With an estimated 924 MW capacity to power hundreds of thousands of New York homes annually, Sunrise Wind represents a significant step toward achieving the Biden-Harris administration’s and New York’s ambitious offshore wind energy goals. BOEM is proud to join the State of New York and Ørsted in celebrating this milestone as we work together for a cleaner energy future, while providing good paying jobs and ensuring economic opportunities are accessible to all communities.”

Empire State Development President CEO and Commissioner Hope Knight said , “The start of construction on Sunrise Wind marks a pivotal moment in New York's clean energy journey. This project not only advances our ambitious climate goals but also catalyzes significant economic growth, creating hundreds of good-paying jobs and driving substantial investment across the state. It's a testament to New York's leadership in the offshore wind industry and our commitment to building a sustainable, prosperous future for all New Yorkers.”

Empire State Development Board Chairman Kevin Law said , “Today's groundbreaking on Sunrise Wind demonstrates New York's unwavering dedication to fostering a robust green economy. This project will not only power hundreds of thousands of homes with clean energy but also energize our local economies, particularly on Long Island. As we continue to attract cutting-edge renewable energy projects, we're positioning New York as a national leader in the fight against climate change while simultaneously driving economic development and job creation across the state.”

New York State Public Service Commission Chair Rory M. Christian said , “We congratulate Governor Hochul and Ørsted on reaching this important milestone. Sunrise Wind is a critically important component of our nation-leading clean energy initiative. This project will help create good-paying, clean energy jobs and will help reduce our carbon emissions.”

New York State Department of Labor Commissioner Roberta Reardon said , “The Sunrise Wind project marks a significant achievement in New York's clean energy advancement, creating thousands of high-quality jobs and providing clean, reliable energy to 600,000 homes. This progress highlights our commitment to renewable energy and economic growth, made possible by Governor Hochul's visionary leadership.”

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar said , “Today marks a critical milestone in New York State’s ongoing efforts to transition to cleaner, more resilient sources of energy like offshore wind. The start of construction on the Sunrise Wind project brings us one step closer to meeting New York’s ambitious goals to reduce climate-altering greenhouse gas emissions while creating good jobs, providing clean power to hundreds of thousands of homes, and helping ensure a greener and healthier environment for all New Yorkers.”

State Senator Kevin Parker said , “Every day, New York is moving forward to create a sustainable clean energy economy that creates jobs, boosts local economies and helps address environmental justice. I want to congratulate Governor Hochul, NYSERDA and Orsted on this next step toward achieving our offshore wind goals under the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), and I look forward to seeing the next round of project proposals, under New York’s fifth offshore wind solicitation.”

Assemblymember Didi Barrett said , “The announcement of New York’s fifth offshore wind solicitation – as well as the start of construction of Sunrise Wind, New York’s biggest offshore wind project to date – illustrates our commitment to not just awarding new projects but getting projects built. I thank Governor Hochul and NYSERDA for their diligence as we work towards achieving New York’s climate goals all while investing in our communities and creating good paying jobs.”

Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine said , “The day has finally come when this important project starts to take the final step towards becoming a reality. These projects will help transform the region and keep Suffolk County more affordable. I thank Governor Hochul for her efforts and commitment to clean energy in New York State.”

Town of Brookhaven Supervisor Dan Panico said , “Real progress to achieving cleaner and greener future is being made, and I’m proud to lead a Town that embraces that future for future generations. I thank the Governor for continuing this effort.”

New York State AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento said , “Today’s fifth offshore wind solicitation announcement is crucial to achieving New York’s clean energy goals. We commend Governor Hochul for her commitment to ensuring that union members play a pivotal role in manufacturing, constructing, operating, and maintaining New York's clean energy future. It is the best way to create family-sustaining jobs with benefits and protections that come with union contracts.”

New York State Building Trades President Gary LaBarbera said , “Offshore wind projects play a critical role in not only propelling New York towards achieving the climate goals set out by the CLCPA, but also in creating thousands of good paying union careers. We are encouraged to see the announcement of a fifth offshore wind solicitation, as this will only continue to expand our state’s nation-leading clean energy infrastructure, while also generating even more opportunities for hardworking New Yorkers to reap the benefits of the middle-class opportunities these projects create. We applaud Governor Hochul and NYSERDA for continuing to prioritize these initiatives that bolster our green economy and improve the lives of New Yorkers for generations to come.”

Long Island Federation of Labor AFL-CIO President John R. Durso said “Sunrise Wind will be constructed with union labor and we expect it to be operated with union labor. Today’s announcement is proof positive that we can address the climate crisis and create good union jobs in the process. We look forward to working with New York State, the offshore wind industry, and all other stakeholders who are interested in a brighter future with good family sustaining wages.”

Nassau and Suffolk County Building Trades President Matt Aracich said , “I am proud to stand with Governor Hochul today as we break ground on Sunrise Wind. Because of the Governor’s exemplary leadership to advance the offshore wind industry here on Long Island, we are spearheading the industry with this 924-megawatt project. Poised to be the largest offshore wind project to date in the United States, this project represents hundreds of union, family-sustaining careers. This milestone not only signifies a significant step towards a sustainable future but also underscores our commitment to clean energy and economic growth. We look forward to seeing the lasting impact this project will have on our community and the environment.”

New York Offshore Wind Alliance Director Alicia Artessa said , "Today marks a momentous day in New York for the offshore wind industry. We congratulate Orsted on the official start of construction for Sunrise Wind. This project has the potential to power nearly 600,000 homes with 100 percent renewable energy and will bring New York that much closer to a carbon-free electric grid. Thank you to Governor Hochul, County Executive Romaine, and Supervisor Panico for their leadership and commitment to bring this project to fruition.”

New York League of Conservation Voters President Julie Tighe said , “Today’s groundbreaking for Sunrise Wind coupled with NYSERDA's 5th competitive solicitation for offshore wind energy projects is an exciting moment as the state marches toward a clean energy future — a future with fewer emissions, cleaner air, a robust domestic renewable energy supply chain, and a steady pipeline of well-paying union jobs. NYLCV congratulates Ørsted on this progress and we commend Governor Hochul, NYSERDA President Doreen Harris, and BOEM Director Liz Klein for turning the state’s climate plans into climate action.”

Alliance for Clean Energy New York Executive Director Marguerite Wells said , “Offshore wind development remains an imperative part of New York achieving its clean energy mandates. We are excited to see the results of this competitive solicitation to select projects that will improve the health and well-being of all New Yorkers.”

Citizens Campaign for the Environment Executive Director Adrienne Esposito said , “Fighting climate change and providing cleaner air for the public requires turning the climate plan into action. It is very exciting that New York’s plan to transition to renewable energy to replace fossil fuels is being successfully implemented. Breaking ground for the Sunrise Wind Farm and the announcement of more offshore wind projects for New York, means the dream of a renewable energy future is becoming a reality. These historic changes are dramatic and will shape our future energy production for generations, and they will benefit every single New Yorker. This type of monumental change takes leadership, planning and political will. We are thankful that Governor Kathy Hochul, NYSERDA CEO Doreen Harris, the NYS Legislature and local elected leaders are all working together to implement the meaningful changes we need. There is no time to waste.”

As the nation's leading hub for offshore wind, New York State is continuing to grow its offshore wind energy portfolio through a diverse set of project proposals while leveraging public and private capital to build a robust supply chain. In coordination with New York’s fifth offshore wind solicitation, today, NYSERDA is also releasing the coordinated approach being taken to support major manufacturing investments in New York State to advance the regional offshore wind industry. To learn more about the upcoming competitive process, visit NYSERDA’s supply chain webpage .

New York State's Nation-Leading Climate Plan

New York State's climate agenda calls for an orderly and just transition that creates family-sustaining jobs, continues to foster a green economy across all sectors and ensures that at least 35 percent, with a goal of 40 percent, of the benefits of clean energy investments are directed to disadvantaged communities. Guided by some of the nation’s most aggressive climate and clean energy initiatives, New York is advancing a suite of efforts – including the New York Cap-and-Invest program (NYCI) and other complementary policies – to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 40 percent by 2030 and 85 percent by 2050 from 1990 levels. New York is also on a path to achieving a zero-emission electricity sector by 2040, including 70 percent renewable energy generation by 2030, and economy-wide carbon neutrality by mid-century. A cornerstone of this transition is New York's unprecedented clean energy investments, including more than $28 billion in 61 large-scale renewable and transmission projects across the state, $6.8 billion to reduce building emissions, $3.3 billion to scale up solar, nearly $3 billion for clean transportation initiatives and 130 certified Climate Smart Communities, nearly 500 Clean Energy Communities, and the state’s largest community air monitoring initiative in 10 disadvantaged communities across the state to help target air pollution and combat climate change.

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