Port Infrastructure (RFP 6041)
NYSERDA offers funding for upgrades to existing New York State maritime ports to support offshore wind industry needs and long-term multi-use commercial activities.
Funder: New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
Due Dates: August 20, 2026 | January 14, 2027 | June 10, 2027 | November 4, 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $300 million total; maximum $100 million per project; up to 75% of total project costs covered.
Summary: Supports upgrades and improvements to existing New York State maritime ports to enable offshore wind and multi-use commercial activities.
Key Information: Projects must be at existing NY ports (not greenfield), support offshore wind and multi-use, and commence construction within 2 years of award.
Description
This opportunity from NYSERDA funds capital improvements at existing New York State maritime ports to increase their capacity to support the offshore wind industry while ensuring long-term, multi-use commercial viability. The program is designed to strengthen New York’s port infrastructure, encourage job creation and retention, and ensure economic resilience by supporting projects ranging from large-scale upgrades for manufacturing to smaller improvements for logistics or vessel repair. Projects must demonstrate both immediate and future value, including support for offshore wind and other commercial uses.
