BANGOR DAILY NEWS • July 22, 2024
Offshore wind development is an unparalleled economic investment for Maine. Building an offshore wind port itself would provide thousands of jobs. This port would harness skills Maine workers already have, from manufacturing and metalworking to engineering and design. More young Mainers finishing their education, whether studying engineering at the University of Maine or building trades at technical colleges and high school tech programs, would have the opportunity to join Maine’s workforce. An influx of young workers and families into our historic communities such as Searsport would keep our economy healthy, strong and sustainable well into the future. ~ Cason Snow, Bangor