As used in this article, unless the context requires a different meaning: “Developer” means any private developer of an offshore wind energy project. “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.