As used in this chapter, unless the context requires another meaning:

Terms Used In Virginia Code 67-1200

“Authority” means the Virginia Offshore Wind Development Authority created pursuant to this chapter.

“Developer” means any private developer of offshore wind energy projects.

“Offshore wind energy project” means a wind-powered electric energy facility, including tower, turbine, and associated equipment, located off the coast of the Commonwealth beyond the Commonwealth’s three-mile jurisdictional limit, and includes interests in land, improvements, and ancillary facilities.

“Transmission study” means a study to determine the potential interconnection options to accommodate multiple offshore wind energy projects in the Hampton Roads region.

2010, cc. 507, 681.