Catalyzing startups to unleash the potential of offshore wind in New York.

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Innovator Program

The Offshore Wind Innovation Hub
Innovator Program

The goal of our Innovator Program is to support the continued advancement of offshore wind in New York and across the U.S. by accelerating impactful and scalable innovations. With this 2026 Call for Innovators, we are especially seeking technologies that can maximize the performance and value of existing and near-term projects.

Applications are due on July 27, 2026, at noon, 12pm EST.

Program Benefits:

Scale-up support and corporate mentorship
Seed innovation grants
Network development and visibility
Bespoke entrepreneurial assistance
Industry programming
Exclusive network access and introductions
Office Access at BATWorks

Technology Areas in Scope:

Operations & Maintenance, and Asset Performance
Supply Chain, Ports, and Maritime
Electrical Systems & Grid Integration
Environmental Monitoring & Coexistence
Stakeholder Engagement & Workforce Development
Wind Resource & Site Characterization
Installation, Construction, and Commissioning
Turbine & Primary Component Innovation

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Why Apply?

Our 8-month program is industry-specific, which enables us to comprehensively assist our innovators with understanding their market fit, technology adaptation needs, obtaining product feedback, value proposition validation, data insight access, and testing opportunities.

Companies that engage now have the opportunity to shape how offshore wind projects are built and operated in the U.S., establish early customer relationships, and position themselves as critical partners in offshore wind and adjacent industries.

Our Innovator Program is supported by Equinor and Vestas.

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Community Program

The Offshore Wind Innovation Hub Community

We are leveraging the space of the Offshore Wind Innovation Hub to build New York City’s community of offshore wind stakeholders. Hub Community members become part of the growing and empowering offshore wind industry ecosystem, where coworking and collective activities provide a framework for collaboration and knowledge sharing. This is a unique opportunity to engage with your peers, and together we will strengthen entrepreneurial opportunities of both global industry-leading startups and the local community.

Entities interested in becoming Hub Community members may express their interest year-round. Applicants will be evaluated on their ability to be a contributor to the ecosystem, and coherence with the Offshore Wind Innovation Hub mission.

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Community Perks

Members will have several opportunities to engage with the other community members and obtain industry insights. The benefits and activities are all aimed at enabling our members to drive innovation and collaboration.

Coworking Space

As a Hub Community member, you get access to the floater desks and meeting facilities at the Offshore Wind Innovation Hub
Social Events

We host regular happy hours and breakfast gatherings that enable our Hub Community members to meet and expand their network
Expert Seminars

Exclusive invitations and updates on learning opportunities that provide you with industry insights and professional development

Eligible Entities

We welcome a wide range of entities to express their interest in joining our community. These include:

Startups or corporations with solutions that are directly connected to the offshore wind, ocean renewables, and maritime tech industries
NGOs and CBOs that are active within the offshore wind ecosystem
Academic institutions and public entities doing work related to the offshore wind and adjacent sectors
Entities that have collaborative connections to Offshore Wind Innovation Hub partners

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