As has been noted in previous communications, National Grid’s sea2shore project, which will connect the under-construction Block Island Wind Farm to the statewide electric grid [in Rhode Island], is scheduled for completion by the end of 2016. National Grid anticipates construction on the land-based portion of sea2shore to begin in January and the offshore portion to take place from February-May.
Because of the sea-based components for this project, National Grid is making an effort to keep you informed of progress and ensure that you have a direct line of communication with their team. As such, they will be hosting an open house specifically for those involved in the fishing and marine industries on Tuesday, December 15 from 6:00-7:00pm at the Coastal Institute at URI’s Bay Campus. The evening will consist of a brief presentation by National Grid, followed by the opportunity to speak with many of National Grid’s project team members about all project components. Advance registration is not necessary. However, if you have specific questions that you’d like answered at the event; please feel free to send them to [email protected] prior to December 11.
National Grid will also be hosting an online webinar for the general public on Thursday, December 17 at 7:00pm. The webinar requires a computer, tablet or mobile phone and an internet connection, which allows you to interact with the project team from the comfort of your home or business. Please check the project website for more details and to register.
For questions please contact:
Elizabeth Marchetti
Fisheries Liaison
401.954.2902
[email protected]
