California has committed $225 million to modernize key ports for offshore wind projects, aiming to power up to 25 million homes by 2045. The funding targets Humboldt Bay, Long Beach, and Los Angeles ports, transforming them into hubs for floating wind turbines.
The initiative follows the passage of a $10 billion climate bond, with $475 million previously earmarked for port upgrades. Governor Gavin Newsom, the California Legislature, and the California Energy Commission are coordinating long-term infrastructure plans to expand offshore wind capacity, even after recent federal funding setbacks.
Legislation such as AB 525 sets a target of 25 gigawatts of offshore wind, which state planners say will support the clean energy needs of millions of households. Port upgrades include improvements to wharves, staging areas, and deep-water berths capable of handling turbines over 1,600 feet tall. Five ocean leases worth $757 million have been secured from Morro Bay to Humboldt Bay, representing up to 10 gigawatts of clean power…