Sherrill Taps Pro-Offshore Wind Advocate to Co-Chair Gubernatorial Transition Team

2TRENTON, NJ – Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill has tapped U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm to co-chair her “Making Energy More Affordable and Reliable” Action Team, signaling that offshore wind and renewable infrastructure will play a central role in New Jersey’s economic and environmental agenda.

Granholm, a longtime advocate for clean energy and domestic manufacturing, will help lead the transition group tasked with lowering utility costs and modernizing New Jersey’s energy grid as part of Sherrill’s Day One priorities.

The appointment highlights Sherrill’s intent to link energy affordability to job creation and long-term sustainability, while aligning the state with federal clean energy goals, continuing the path forged by current governor Phil Murphy.

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