NMFS Modifies Authorization for Empire Wind's Offshore Project Construction
January 22, 2025
January 22, 2025
WASHINGTON, Jan. 22 (TNSFR) -- The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has issued a modified Letter of Authorization (LOA) for the Empire Wind Offshore Wind Energy Project, located off the coast of New York. This modification allows the continued incidental take of marine mammals during construction activities, including pile driving and geophysical surveys.
The modifications primarily focus on updated mitigation measures and improved monitoring practices, addressing concerns . . .
The modifications primarily focus on updated mitigation measures and improved monitoring practices, addressing concerns . . .