Gov. Hogan expresses concerns with Offshore Wind Project in Ocean City

OCEAN CITY, Md. – A meteorological tower is set to be constructed off the coast of Ocean City in July, which is something Ocean City officials and Governor Larry Hogan are not too happy about.

Right now, U.S. Wind says it plans on installing 32 total turbines for phase one of their Offshore Wind Project.

The 328-foot meteorological tower that will be constructed in July will collect data on how much energy these future wind turbines would create.

Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan is worried that the turbines would ruin the view from Ocean City’s coastline, therefore hurting property values and tourism.

While Governor Larry Hogan has previously said that he wants to see Maryland have 100% clean energy by the year 2040, he admits that he doesn’t support this particular project.

Governor Hogan said, “We had some concerns about the view shed and we agreed with some of the folks in Ocean City that it’s too close. We’re hoping some of those things are going to be addressed. I’m in favor of an all of the above energy approach including wind, but that project we’re going to stay on top of and make sure they’re working with the local community to address some of their concerns.”

Despite the concerns, the meteorological tower is set to be constructed on July 22nd.