As Offshore Wind Picks up Speed in Annapolis, Coalition Highlights Wind’s Many Benefits Throughout the State
WHATAs offshore wind power legislation moves through the General Assembly in Annapolis, a coalition of environmentalists, businesses and their allies will release a new report by Environment Maryland Research & Policy Center about the many region-specific benefits offshore wind power offers to Maryland, our residents and our industries. The benefits include public health improvements due to reduced air pollution, economic benefits in terms of job creation and restored agricultural productivity, and environmental benefits such as a healthier Chesapeake Bay.
WHEN
9:45 AM
Friday, March 30
WHERE
Lawyer’s Mall, Annapolis
VISUALS
State House
Coalition of Activists, Business Owners, Legislators and others
WHO
Del. Tom Hucker, Maryland House of Delegates (Dist. 20)
John Congedo, AC Wind, President/Founder
Dr. Bailus Walker, Jr. M.P.H., Howard University College of Medicine, Professor of Environmental and Occupational Medicine and Toxicology, invited
Ross Tyler, Business Coalition for Maryland Offshore Wind, Executive Director, invited
Tommy Landers, Environment Maryland, Director
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