Construction Update

Vineyard Wind 1 entered the construction phase shortly after achieving financial close in 2021.  Construction activities began in Barnstable where the onshore substation and onshore export cables are located. Learn more about Vineyard Wind 1’s onshore infrastructure in Barnstable here.

Offshore construction activities began in 2022 with offshore export cable installation. Wind turbine installation activities in the lease area began in 2023 and are ongoing. Vineyard Wind 1 achieved first power on January 2, 2024, when one turbine delivered approximately 5 MW of power to the electricity grid.