This document summarizes offshore wind development activities in the United States in 2015-2016. Key events included a White House offshore wind summit, tax extensions to support the industry, new leasing activities by federal agencies, and updated national strategies and design standards. Market forces have driven significant cost reductions in Europe. Analysis by NREL found the technical potential for offshore wind in the US to be over 1,200 GW. Multiple states have begun supporting offshore wind development. The Business Network for Offshore Wind works to advance the industry through education, research, and collaboration between public and private organizations.