![A rendering of the interior of the proposed WET Center, where scholars from a variety of academic fields will explore the science and technology underpinning next-generation wind energy production. The S/L/A/M Collaborative](https://rcei.rutgers.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/wet-facility-rev1-interior_hero-1024x576.jpg)
Rutgers University revealed plans to develop the world’s first ever floating wind farm. The initiative includes building a Net-Zero Wind Energy Test (WET) Center and a smaller WET Lab. With funding from public sources and Rutgers, the project addresses engineering challenges in testing large floating turbines. The interdisciplinary effort involves faculty from various departments including RCEI Affiliates, Onur Bilgen, Josh Kohut, and Director Julie Lockwood. Read full articles from NJ Spotlight News, TAP Into New Brunswick, and Patch.