Labor Unions and Offshore Wind 101 Part 2: Project Labor Agreements

Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) are crucial to hiring a skilled workforce for large infrastructure projects, and they have been used in the construction of multiple offshore wind farms on the East Coast. PLAs provide an avenue for state governments, organized labor, and local communities to ensure that projects are built quickly, workers are paid fairly, and local community members benefit from project jobs.

As a sequel to the Clean Energy States Alliance (CESA)’s September 2025 webinar, “Labor Unions and Offshore Wind 101,” this webinar will explore the role that PLAs play in the planning and construction of offshore wind projects. Presenters will discuss how PLAs are negotiated, typical PLA terms and structures, and how PLAs can promote the equitable development of offshore wind projects.

Presenters:

• Francis Eanes, Executive Director, Maine Labor Climate Council
• Grant Provost, Business Agent, Ironworkers Local 7; Vice President, Maine AFL-CIO
• Sam Schacht, Project Director, CESA (Moderator)