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Empire Energizer
February 13, 2023
We are thrilled to announce the launch of “Empire Energizer”, a community update that will provide information on the progress of Empire Wind 2, frequently asked questions, project highlights, and overall community news.
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Upcoming Utility Surveys for Empire Wind Project
December 9, 2022
Equinor, the energy company developing Empire Wind off the coast of Long Island (e.g., the wind power project), must survey certain streets and parking lots within the Village ofIsland Park in order to document and verify the locations of existing underground utilities.
The survey will utilize ground penetrating radar (GPR) technology beginning December 12, which involves the use of hand-held equipment to scan street surfaces. This survey work is non-invasive and will not require excavation or excessive noise. The planned survey work will be performed as shown in the attached map and on streets referenced in the attachment below.
Road/Parking Closures for Upcoming Utility Surveys
October 18, 2022
Equinor, the energy company developing Empire Wind off the coast of Long Island (e.g., the wind power project), must survey certain streets within the City of Long Beach in order to document and verify the locations of existing underground utilities. These survey locations are where Equinor will propose to bury transmission lines. The survey will utilize ground penetrating radar (GPR) technology, which involves the use of hand-held equipment to scan street surfaces. This survey work is non-invasive and will not require excavation or excessive noise. The planned survey work will be performed as shown in the attached map and on streets referenced in the document below.
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