Amanda Lefton, who transformed the offshore wind industry in the U.S. during her tenure as the Director of the Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM), has joined RWE as Vice President of Offshore Development, U.S. East.

“Amanda has successfully created significant momentum for the offshore wind industry in the U.S. Her know-how navigating all levels of government has resulted in the approval and now construction of the nation’s first two offshore wind projects,” said Sam Eaton, CEO of RWE Offshore Wind Holdings. “It’s no secret that Amanda’s leadership permeates the entire industry and I’m thrilled that she has decided to continue her career at RWE.”

As the Director of BOEM, Amanda led development and implementation of the Biden Administration’s ambitious offshore wind agenda, working closely with colleagues in leadership at the Department of the Interior, the White House, other federal agencies, Tribal nations, state governments, and a myriad of other stakeholders to tackle key energy and environmental issues.

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