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Nova Scotia taking more steps toward offshore wind development
Nova Scotia is stepping closer to the development of offshore wind farms in its open waters, but the success of the province’s pursuit is far from certain. In the past two weeks, the provincial and federal governments formalized the regulatory body that will oversee offshore wind development, announced their membership in the Global Offshore Wind Alliance, and received a report that’s meant to guide their next steps. But there are obstacles to overcome. Another challenge, according to Daborn, is finding a way to support offshore wind while also protecting existing ocean industries. “We have a great deal of concern, particularly about the fisheries, and it is clear that we wouldn’t want to sacrifice the fisheries in any real way in order just to produce some electrons,” he said. Photos, more, >>CLICK TO READ<< 07:48
Suggested areas for offshore wind around N.S. swell in size
Offshore areas around Nova Scotia recommended for wind energy projects have ballooned in size in the latest version of a report for government, troubling some in the fishing industry who are bracing for disruptions. The draft final report comes from the regional assessment committee, which was tasked by the province and Ottawa two years ago to investigate the potential impacts of offshore wind development on Nova Scotia. It describes eight potential development areas that cover a total of 31,200 square kilometres. The areas stretch from the tip of George’s Bank southwest of Nova Scotia, up the Atlantic coastline and around Cape Breton Island. more, >>CLICK TO READ<< 08:14
