City Harbor Islands Wind Initiative

The City is promoting pilot projects to examine the potential for wind power in Boston. City staff work with the Community Wind Collaborative of the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative to study the feasibility of installing wing turbines on Long Island in Boston Harbor. This study builds upon MTC-funded Boston Harbor Islands Renewable Planning Guide, which analyzes the resources of the grid-tied Boston Harbor Islands and identifies alternative technologies and sites. It also assessed environmental, community, and regulatory issues. The City is coordinating this project with another wind turbine project in Boston Harbor proposed by the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority.

Community Wind Collaborative

Through its Renewable Energy Trust, the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative has launched a $4 million initiative, allowing the Community Wind Collaborative to design and construct small wind projects, which will help reduce energy costs and contribute to keeping the environment of Massachusetts cleaner.