Community Events
Upcoming Events
Past Events
Port Hours – Montauk
March 25, 2025
Equinor will be taking part in ports hours at the Montauk Fish Dock on March 25th.
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Offshore Wind Information Session – Fisheries
January 29, 2025
Equinor’s fisheries liaison will be present to meet after the New England Fisheries Management Council meeting for conversation and information sharing. More information can be found by clicking here.
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NYSERDA Open House & Union Apprenticeship Awareness Day
Empire WindNovember 16, 2024
Power up your career! We’re opening the doors to jobs in Offshore Wind at our Union Apprenticeship Awareness Day Saturday, November 16, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. in Sunset Park, Brooklyn.
This free event with our partners, UPROSE and the New York City Building Trades, will be packed with valuable insights on union careers and pre-apprenticeships.
If you are interested in learning more about opportunities to help build New York State’s offshore wind projects, join us!
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Empire Wind’s “Opportunity in Action”
September 17, 2024
Learn and network in Sunset Park—home to Equinor’s South Brooklyn Marine Terminal (SBMT), now under construction. SBMT will serve as the offshore wind hub for the Empire Wind 1 project. When completed, Empire Wind 1 will connect directly into the NYC grid to power 500,000+ New York homes.
Why register to attend?
Minority, women and service-disabled veteran owned businesses (M/WBEs/SDVOBs) can learn how to position their business to leverage opportunities created by New York’s new offshore wind industry.
On the day you will:
- Network with decision-makers, suppliers, contractors and experts in New York’s new offshore wind industry
- Access critical capacity-building resources to drive your business growth
- Get a free audit of your unique business you can use to map your future
If you require mobility support and/or translation or interpretation services, please indicate your requirement when registering to attend.
FREE BUSINESS ASSESSMENT
M/WBEs and SDVOBs that preregister and complete a voluntary, data-protected questionnaire can receive a FREE business assessment and a 1:1 consultation at the event they can use to plan their future!
Key benefits of the ALacriti Analytics Assessment Tool include:
- Detailed business intelligence assessment data analytics
- Identify strength areas and opportunities for improvement
- Customized recommendations to increase business capacity
- Approaches to marketing your business to the new offshore wind industry
*Complete the questionnaire by August 27 to receive your assessment at the event.
NY Offshore Wind Open House and Union Apprenticeship Awareness Day
August 1, 2024
In this special event, join NYSERDA, New York State agencies, offshore wind workforce development partners, and Long Island Local labor unions to learn about offshore wind development in New York State, including how unions are working on offshore wind and how to pursue opportunities for training and apprenticeships.
Featuring:
360° Immersive Display
Virtual Reality Experience
This is an event for all ages. Registration is encouraged and walk-ins are welcome.
Offshore Wind Open House and Union Apprenticeship Awareness Day
Date: Thursday, August 1, 2024
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. ET
Location:
Stony Brook University Research and Development Park
Center of Excellence in Wireless and Information Technology (CEWIT)
1500 Stony Brook Road
Stony Brook, NY 11794
Offshore Wind Open House- Southampton, NY
July 31, 2024
Please join NYSERDA, New York State agencies, and offshore wind project developers to learn about the State’s work to responsibly develop offshore wind to advance the critical clean energy targets of New York’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act.
This is an event for all ages. Registration is encouraged and walk-ins are welcome.
Offshore Wind Open House
Date: Wednesday, July 31, 2024
Time: 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET
Location:
Rogers Memorial Library
91 Coopers Farm Road
Southampton, NY 11968
South Brooklyn Marine Terminal: Community Engagement Meeting
April 2, 2024
SBMT is ready to go! Equinor will address the requests and feedback received from our neighbors and partners.
Date and time
Tuesday, April 2 · 6 – 8pm EDT
Location
Brooklyn Community Board 7 Meeting Space
4201 4th Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11232
Offshore Wind Innovation Hub Information Session
February 8, 2024
Calling all aspiring applicants & interested ecosystem partners! Join the Offshore Wind Innovation Hub for a information session on their open Call for Innovators. More information can be found here.
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Offshore Wind Educational Open Houses- Long Beach NY
January 24, 2024
Join NYSERDA, New York State agencies, offshore wind project developers, and other industry partners to learn about the State’s work to responsibly develop offshore wind to advance the critical clean energy targets of New York’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act.
Long Island: Wednesday, January 24, 2024
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. ET
Long Beach Public Library
111 W Park Ave, Long Beach, NY 11561
Offshore Wind Educational Open Houses – Red Hook Brooklyn
January 10, 2024
Join NYSERDA, New York State agencies, offshore wind project developers, and other industry partners to learn about the State’s work to responsibly develop offshore wind to advance the critical clean energy targets of New York’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act.
Red Hook, Brooklyn: Wednesday, January 10, 2024
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. ET
Joseph Miccio Community Center
110 W 9th St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Canceled: Offshore Wind Educational Open House – Astoria Queens
January 9, 2024
Update: Due to the expected storm weather in New York City, NYSERDA is postponing tonight’s Offshore Wind Open House in Astoria, Queens. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Join NYSERDA, New York State agencies, offshore wind project developers, and other industry partners to learn about the State’s work to responsibly develop offshore wind to advance the critical clean energy targets of New York’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act.
Astoria, Queens: Tuesday, January 9, 2024
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. ET
Variety Boys and Girls Club
21-12 30th Rd, Queens, NY 11102
South Brooklyn Marine Terminal (SBMT) Virtual Public Meeting
December 12, 2023
Empire Wind is an offshore wind project which will generate renewable energy for
New York. South Brooklyn Marine Terminal (SBMT) Port Infrastructure
Improvements are part of this project.
Construction at SBMT requires a State Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System (SPDES) permit for construction dewatering activities. In accordance with NYSDEC Commissioner Policy 29, Environmental Justice and Permitting (CP-29), Equinor is hosting a public meeting to provide the public with information regarding the dewatering activities.
Join us at the upcoming virtual public meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December
12th from 6 – 7:15 p.m. to learn more about the SPDES permit and construction
dewatering activities. A Zoom link will be provided for registrants.
For more information, please visit the online document repository at:
https://www.bklynlibrary.org/locations/sunset-park.
A Zoom link will be provided upon registration. Please contact the Empire Wind team by email at: empirewind@equinor.com or in writing at: 34 35th Street, Suite A415 Brooklyn, NY 11232 for additional information regarding
this project.
Virtual Public Meeting- Onshore Substation Brooklyn
December 12, 2023
Empire Wind is an offshore wind project which will generate renewable energy for
New York. An Onshore Substation (ONS) will be constructed in Sunset Park,
Brooklyn.
Construction at SBMT requires a State Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System (SPDES) permit for construction dewatering activities.
In accordance with NYSDEC Commissioner Policy 29, Environmental Justice and Permitting (CP-29), Equinor is hosting a public meeting to provide the public with information regarding the dewatering activities.
Join us at the upcoming virtual public meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December
12th from 7:30 – 8:45 p.m. to learn more about the SPDES permit and construction
dewatering activities.
For more information, please visit the online document repository at:
https://www.bklynlibrary.org/locations/sunset-park.
A Zoom link will be provided upon registration. Please contact the Empire Wind team by email at: empirewind@equinor.com or in writing at: 34 35th Street, Suite A415 Brooklyn, NY 11232 for additional information regarding this project.
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Public Service Commission Article VII Meetings- Empire Wind 2
October 11, 2023
On October 11, 2023, the Public Service Commission (PSC) will hold in-person public meetings on the Empire Wind Project Article VII proceeding. Two public information sessions will each be followed by a public statement hearing, where those wishing to comment on the project will have an opportunity to make a statement.
PUBLIC INFORMATION SESSIONS
• Wednesday, October 11, 2023; 1:00 PM ET
• Wednesday, October 11, 2023; 5:30 PM ET
PUBLIC STATEMENT HEARINGS
• Wednesday, October 11, 2023; 2:00 PM ET
• Wednesday, October 11, 2023; 6:30 PM ET
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Operation Splash Volunteer Day
September 22, 2023
The Empire Wind team and Operation SPLASH joined forces on Friday to close out Climate Week. We cleaned the Western Bays removing microplastics, Styrofoam, construction materials, and other debris from local marshes. If you haven’t already, check out Operation SPLASH, a volunteer-based organization dedicated to improving the quality of LI’s south shore bays, waterways, and beaches. Since 1990, its members have removed more than 3 million pounds of trash
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South Brooklyn Marine Terminal: Community Engagement Meeting
June 12, 2023
SBMT is now at the 90% design phase! Equinor will present solutions to the requests and concerns we heard from our neighbors and partners.
Brooklyn Community Board 7 Meeting Space 4201 4th Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11232
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Long Island Open House – Long Beach
Empire WindJune 8, 2023
You can view, comment on, and download posters from the June 8 Long Beach Open House here.
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Long Island Open House – Island Park
Empire WindMay 3, 2023
You can view, comment on, and download posters from the May 3 Island Park Open House here.
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Supply Chain Expo – Long Island
March 10, 2023
We’re connecting New York’s supply chain to the clean energy industry. Learn how you can join us in this growing sector.
Fri, March 10, 2023, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST
Farmingdale State College: 2350 Broadhollow Road Farmingdale, NY 11735
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Ecosystem Fund Virtual Info Session
March 7, 2023
A recording is now available here.
This virtual event is for those interested in learning more about the Offshore Wind Ecosystem Fund and how to apply. The $5 million community investment fund has been established by Equinor Wind US and developed in collaboration with the New York City Economic Development Corporation and the Sunset Park Task Force to support sustainable growth, empowerment of underserved areas, and climate justice in the offshore wind ecosystem in New York City.
A significant portion of the awards will be made to frontline and environmental justice communities and priority will be given to minority/women owned and service-disabled veteran owned businesses.
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South Brooklyn Marine Terminal: Community Engagement Meeting
Empire WindFebruary 28, 2023
A recording is now available here.
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NYC Supply Chain Expo
February 7, 2023
We’re connecting New York’s supply chain to the clean energy industry. Learn how you can join us in this growing sector.
Tuesday February 7, 2023, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST
CUNY Graduate Center
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Supply Chain Expo – Capital Region
December 13, 2022
Participants will have a chance to interact with Equinor Renewables US representatives, meet awarded Tier 1 contractors involved in Equinor projects in New York, hear from leaders in New York’s renewable energy landscape, and find out how to prepare for opportunities in upcoming renewable energy projects.
Time: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST
Location:
Hudson Valley Community College
80 Vandenburgh Avenue Troy, NY 12180
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Long Beach Community Event
Empire WindDecember 8, 2022
Recording is now available here.
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Island Park Community Meeting
Empire WindNovember 29, 2022
Recording is now available here.
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$5M Offshore Wind Ecosystem Fund Virtual Matchmaking Event
Empire WindNovember 29, 2022
Recording is now available here.
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Offshore Wind Ecosystem Fund
Empire WindNovember 15, 2022
Video recording available here.
North Shore Community Meeting
Empire WindJune 22, 2022
Location: Virtual meeting via Zoom at 06:00 pm EST.
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Empire Wind selected Maersk to supply wind installation vessel
Equinor and bp sign agreement to transform South Brooklyn Marine Terminal into central hub for offshore wind industry
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Empire Wind selects turbine supplier
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Equinor partners with BP in US offshore wind to capture value and create platform for growth
