STOP THE HIGH-RISK POWER CABLES
In Sea Girt, Manasquan, Wall, Howell
GOOD NEWS
We start the New Year with great news and optimism that the high-risk power cable project will not happen in the next several years – if it happens at all. As you know, without offshore wind, there is no need for the high-risk power cable project. The Trump administration dealt a serious blow to Governor Murphy’s offshore wind development plan.
Mike Dean of Save The East Coast says “The magnitude of the impact of the new administration’s Offshore Wind Executive Order and National Energy Emergency declaration cannot be overstated. It’s a game changer.”
While there has been no official word from the NJ BPU cancelling or pausing the high-risk power cable project, we’re breathing a sigh of relief. That said, we remain vigilant and will continue to monitor and share on any relevant developments.
For now, let’s celebrate the victory. Thanks to the commitment and tireless efforts of so many, we put a spotlight on the issue and our voices were heard.
Our heartfelt appreciation for all of your support.
Mike Dean of Save The East Coast says “The magnitude of the impact of the new administration’s Offshore Wind Executive Order and National Energy Emergency declaration cannot be overstated. It’s a game changer.”
- Until last week, the offshore wind industry enjoyed the full economic support and legal protections of the federal government. Now it’s s facing an administration determined to stop projects in the US.
- Existing leaseholders will face major legal challenges and long expensive battles to move their projects forward.
- Experts predict that industry players like Orsted, Equinor, Avangrid, Shell, EDF, Ocean Winds will likely cancel projects.
While there has been no official word from the NJ BPU cancelling or pausing the high-risk power cable project, we’re breathing a sigh of relief. That said, we remain vigilant and will continue to monitor and share on any relevant developments.
For now, let’s celebrate the victory. Thanks to the commitment and tireless efforts of so many, we put a spotlight on the issue and our voices were heard.
Our heartfelt appreciation for all of your support.
October 6 Rally A Huge Success
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Thank you to everyone who turned out at the Rally on Sunday. Over the course of the two hours, we estimate about 500 people participated. We had good media participation. In addition to our local outlets, a videographer from the Fox News Philadelphia was attending with his sister who lives on the bike path. He interviewed several supporters and filed a feature that ran Sunday evening. Many of you are wondering about the Governor. Did he see us; did he hear us? The answer is a resounding yes. Not surprisingly, Governor Murphy’s arrival lacked transparency. His motorcade’s flashers were turned off as his SUV quietly entered town. But thanks to alert onlookers he was spotted on Sea Girt Avenue around 9:30 and was met by a sea of protest signs and vocal rally signs. We appreciate all of you who chose to standup and show up. You made it a great day. Click her to see photos of the event. |
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What We're Fighting
Sea Girt, Manasquan, Wall and Howell are the target communities for bringing offshore wind energy onshore. The infrastructure project includes up to 6,400 megawatts, underground, EMF cables running within 10-15 yards of homes, schools businesses and recreation areas. This is almost 10 times the power of the recently closed Oyster Creek nuclear plant. The federal government admits that the health and environmental risks are unknown. No project of this magnitude has been tested anywhere in the world.
Stop The High-Risk Power Cables is a bipartisan, grass roots, self-funded group of concerned citizens. We demand a halt to this project until the risks are objectively evaluated and health, well-being and safety can be ensured.
Stop The High-Risk Power Cables is a bipartisan, grass roots, self-funded group of concerned citizens. We demand a halt to this project until the risks are objectively evaluated and health, well-being and safety can be ensured.
IN THE NEWS
Area Residents Fight Proposed High-Risk Power Cables
Over 1,000 Participate in Community Education Meeting
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The information-packed meeting provided a comprehensive overview of what's planned for the community and updates from elected representatives on their efforts to challenge the project. Speakers included: Congressman, Chris Smith (R-Manchester), a leading advocate for local residents who have raised serious concerns over the offshore wind industrialization of the Jersey Shore, Monmouth/Ocean Ccounty Assemblyman Paul Kanitra, Sea Girt Mayor Don Fetzer, Manasquan Mayor Mike Mangan, Mike Dean from Save the East Coast, Cindy Zipf from Clean Ocean Action, Keith Moore from Defend New Jersey Beaches and Glenn Hughes and Kimberly Paterson from StopTheHighRiskPowerCables.org. You can view the entire meeting by clicking the button below.
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Health, Quality of Life & Environmental ConcernsThe Bureau Of Ocean Energy Management’s Environmental Impact Study on Atlantic Offshore Wind identifies a range of risks but hedges about its ability to control these risks.
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Impact of constructionPeople in impacted areas will see a decline in the desirability of their homes from a resale and rental perspective. Businesses will see a loss in revenue due to noise, dirt and traffic detours and delays. (More)
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How offshore wind comes onshoreLandfall refers to the point at which the cables carrying power from an offshore wind farm reach the shore. This is where the offshore and onshore infrastructure is connected. (More)
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