The Reimagine Ravenswood Neighborhood Plan aims to transform the Ravenswood Generating Station into a clean energy hub while providing jobs and public amenities for the Queensbridge community. Currently, only 2% of residents in the local area are employed within their community. The plan, proposed by Rise Light & Power, focuses on renewable energy sources, including offshore wind and solar power. The transition from fossil fuels is expected to face challenges, as permitting processes for similar projects can take years to complete.
Richards emphasized the need for involvement of local residents and stated that just 2% of residents in the nearby Ravenswood and Queensbridge Houses are employed locally, highlighting a significant opportunity for economic improvement through the transformation of the plant.
The Reimagine Ravenswood Neighborhood Plan promises to create green energy jobs and enhance public amenities, addressing current community needs while facilitating the transition to a clean energy hub.
Rise Light & Power aims to convert the fossil fuel power station into a renewable energy facility, incorporating sources like offshore wind, solar energy, and battery storage to support New York City's energy needs.
CEO Clinton Plummer mentioned that the initiative will require intensive permitting processes, which have historically taken years to complete, indicating the complexity of transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy.
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