To facilitate the support to port infrastructure, the bill requires collaboration between various state agencies to assess funding opportunities from federal, state, and local sources – including bonds and private sector investment – to ensure offshore wind port infrastructure is ready to aid in the shift to electrification of different sectors, like housing and transportation, according to a press release issued by Assemblymember Rogers’s office.

“Offshore wind has the potential to transform the economy of the North Coast and create access to a new renewable energy source”, said Chris Rogers . “Responsible, integrated planning for offshore wind energy facilities is key to their success. AB 472 will ensure offshore wind ports are included in California’s infrastructure planning so we can meet our state’s cleaner energy goals and create of jobs locally.”