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BOEM begins key environmental assessment in preparation for offshore wind development in the GOM
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To support the Biden administration’s goal to
The Bureau of
Ocean Energy Management (BOEM), announced it has
It has been begun to prepare its draft environmental assessment to be evaluated
The potential effects of offshore wind development on federal government
waters of the Gulf of Mexico
The area to assess stretches almost 30,000,000 acres west of the west
The Mississippi River runs from the border with Mexico to the same.
BOEM issued an information request to the public in relation to an area
On November 1, 2021. The development areas will be determined.
Based on input from ocean users and stakeholder stakeholders, the scope was narrowed
Use of discrete areas for wind development. BOEM’s
Preparation of a draft environmental evaluation for the entire call
Area now provides the foundation for future development of areas in that area
Current technology may not make it possible.
BOEM’s draft Environmental Assessment is only one
Step by step through the process. If a lease sale occurs, it must be done before the
Approval for any offshore wind energy facility construction
BOEM will also prepare a specific Environmental Impact Statement
Discuss the proposed project with all stakeholders and continue to consult
The impact of the proposed project.
BOEM pointed out that the Gulf of Mexico was uniquely positioned for this purpose.
Offshore wind development is a large part of the required
Existing infrastructure is in place. Many people call the Gulf Region home.
These are the companies, contractors, or workers that have supported
The offshore energy industry has seen a lot of development over the past few decades.
It is an ideal location to implement and develop the US
Offshore wind industry The Gulf of Mexico has been a long-standing home to offshore wind industry.
Enjoyed a well-recognized synergy between offshore oil and gas
Commercial fishing industries have resisted wind so far
Projects on the East Coast We can expect some similar projects on the East Coast.
Ressistance to the introduction a new infrastructure
In the Gulf, intensive industry by both oil and gas and fisheries is prevalent
It is likely that the traditional leader will be the Gulf Region
In the US, energy production will eventually be more acceptable
It is easier to get offshore wind than in other parts of the country.
BOEM is currently seeking comments from stakeholders.
Included in the draft environmental assessment. For more information
information, including how you can submit comments to the environmental
Assessment
https://www.boem.gov/renewable-energy/state-activities/gulf-mexico-activities.
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