The Ventus Awards

The Ventus Awards are the Oceantic Network’s (formerly known as the Business Network for Offshore Wind) highest level of professional recognition, celebrating the trailblazing people, companies, organizations, and work worldwide ushering in the global adoption of offshore wind energy. 

The Ventus Awards shine a spotlight on those who are making a difference in the world through their talent, drive, and commitment to advancing the offshore wind industry and improving the environment. Awards are presented in eleven categories designed to honor all contributions and facets of the offshore wind industry on a global scale.

Ventus Award winners are announced at the Ventus Gala, taking place November 9, 2023, at the Fairmont Copley Plaza in Boston.

ADVANCEMENT IN PROJECT SITING & DEVELOPMENT

Given to an individual, team, or company that has developed a technology, process or demonstrated immense effort and collaboration to advance or reduce offshore wind project development risk, cycle, or timeline. Eligibility page.

next WAVE leadership

Recognizes a professional who is 35-years old or younger and has been in the industry less than ten years. Eligibility Page.

SUPPLY CHAIN ADVANCEMENT - Private Sector

Recognizes a company that is making a lasting contribution to the advancement of the offshore wind energy supply chain. Eligibility Page.

HERONEMUS AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN OFFSHORE WIND

Honors an individual who has contributed significantly to the expansion of offshore wind energy. Eligibility page.

offshore wind leadership

Given to a company or public entity that exhibits outstanding leadership, benefiting industry growth, development, and market maturation. Eligibility Page.

TALENT MANAGEMENT LEADERSHIP

Recognizes individuals who nurture and develop a new generation of leaders. Eligibility Page.

HSE PROGRAM OF THE YEAR

Recognizes an organization’s successful implementation of policies and/or training programs. Eligibility page.

New!
Offshore wind trailblazer

The Offshore Wind Trailblazer award is given to an individual that exhibits outstanding leadership proven through their ability to instigate/bring about industry growth, development, and market maturation. Eligibility Page.

VITERNA AWARD FOR ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE

Recognizes excellence in engineering that advances the offshore wind energy industry. Eligibility Page.

innovation of the year

Singular innovation that will contribute to the acceleration of offshore wind. Eligibility page.

New! SUPPLY CHAIN ADVANCEMENT - Public Sector

Recognizes a company that is making a lasting contribution to the advancement of the offshore wind energy supply chain. Eligibility Page.

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How it works

nominations

All Ventus Awards are open to nominations with the exception of the Heronemus Award for Outstanding Achievement in Offshore Wind.  Eligible nominees can apply through an online platform June 7-September 6, 2023. Self-nominations are welcome.  Entering more than one category is allowed.

jury

All completed applications will be reviewed by a jury representing the breadth of the offshore wind industry. The jury will judge all applicants solely on their submitted materials.

eligibility

Each of the nine Ventus Award categories has a distinct set of eligibility and criteria. Please review the detailed information carefully.

Why Participate?

Ventus Award recipients represent the best of the global offshore wind energy profession leading the industry and spearheading innovation. Award winners demonstrate the importance of offshore wind renewable energy that will improve outcomes for a new industry, people, and the planet. The Network works to share the stories of each award winner on how their work advances the industry. View past winners.

All Ventus Award recipients will receive:

Opportunity to showcase your company’s innovations in offshore wind
Further your credibility as a subject matter expert
Demonstrate the importance of offshore wind renewable energy that will improve outcomes for a new industry, people, and the planet.
Nine awards categories offer flexibility to submit nominations for a wide range of work
Opportunity to submit nominations in more than one category
Earn national media recognition
Invitations to speaking opportunities at leading Business Network programs
Invitation to Ventus Gala
Exclusive recognition at 2024 International Offshore Wind Partnering Forum

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Ventus Award

The Ventus award represents the intertwining of elements to create a harmonious balance of elegance and strength. It is the swirling gusts and the rolling tides—a culmination of the natural cyclical process. A reminder that only by the combination of efforts can we effect the change we wish to see. Each award is created from handblown glass by artist Tim McFadden in his Baltimore studio. 

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The Details

nominations open

June 7, 2023

Applications close

September 6, 2023

gala tickets on sale

Jul 27, 2023

Ventus Gala (Boston)

November 9, 2023

The Making of New Traditions

Ventus Gala

November 9, 2023 
Fairmont Copley Plaza
Boston, MA

The Business Network for Offshore Wind is firmly committed to the health and safety of our attendees – your health and well-being is our number one priority. Additional COVID-19 Health & Safety Guidelines are on the Network website.