Here's how offshore wind helped New England beat record heat
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Offshore wind farms near New England reduced oil-fueled power generation from nearly 15% to under 10% during a July 2026 heat wave compared to June 2025 conditions, cutting oil use by more than a gigawatt during peak demand.
Part of the reduction was also due to slightly lower overall demand and contributions from hydropower imports and rooftop solar.
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