How does this relate to the Massachusetts Ocean Management Plan?
New regulations at the state and federal level make it very likely that offshore wind turbines will be developed near Martha’s Vineyard. The Ocean Management Plan has set a goal of 4,000 MW of offshore...
View ArticleWhere could offshore turbines be located?
Offshore wind farms could be developed 12 nautical miles from our southern shores in two areas: The Massachusetts Wind Energy Area and The Rhode Island and Massachusetts Wind Energy Area. These two...
View ArticleHow will Vineyard Power generate enough electricity for the Island?
Given current technology and our strong local wind resource, the most efficient way to generate large-scale renewable energy for Martha’s Vineyard is from offshore wind turbines. Vineyard Power is also...
View ArticleHow is Vineyard Power managed?
Vineyard Power is professionally managed by an experienced executive. Member-owners elect the board of directors, which hire the professional staff.
View ArticleAre there personal or individual membership liabilities that may stem from...
No. The Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 164, Section 136(f) states, "no member shall be liable for the debts of the cooperative to an amount exceeding the sum remaining unpaid on his or her...
View ArticleHow much will membership cost?
A share in the cooperative will require a one time payment. The membership fee is currently $150 and will increase as we move closer to our long term energy goal.
View ArticleWhy should I join Vineyard Power?
As a cooperative member, your electricity will be clean and affordable. Vineyard Power will provide financial savings while reducing the island’s carbon footprint and contributing to greater...
View ArticleWho can join Vineyard Power?
Any year round or seasonal resident, family, organization or business on Martha’s Vineyard that has an electric meter or anyone who is renting a property on Martha's Vineyard and pays their electricity...
View ArticleWhat is Vineyard Power?
Vineyard Power is a local energy cooperative with the vision of powering all of Martha's Vineyard with renewable electricity. Our members will own and have access to this energy. By generating...
View ArticleWhen did Vineyard Power begin?
Establishing an energy cooperative was a suggested strategy written in the Island Plan, and Vineyard Power Cooperative was incorporated on November 19, 2009. See our interactive timeline for more details.
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