Transitioning to a Green Economy: Offshore Wind

As California begins the transition to a green economy, Brightline addresses equity concerns for environmental justice communities and highlights the opportunities of renewable energy through our newly published policy report. In the midst of a global pandemic and changing climate, offshore wind offers a silver lining for California’s frontline communities in need of economic recovery and cleaner air. 

Another valuable aspect of offshore wind is that it accelerates California’s timeline for transitioning to carbon-free power sources. Gas-fired power plant emissions create air pollution that causes serious adverse local and regional health effects.

Environmental justice communities experience the most cumulative environmental health burdens, and when exposed to environmental health stressors, especially poor air quality, they are more likely to experience adverse health outcomes.

The development of an offshore wind workforce will create thousands of good-paying local jobs and spur equitable economic recovery through community-driven contracts for business enterprises. 

At Brightline, we are dedicated to empowering communities in need through environmental justice, local job creation, and policy advocacy. Ensuring a just transition to a green economy is central to our mission. This report outlines the various ways offshore wind can power our shared, sustainable future.