In light of an increase in alternative energy initiatives and the viability of power generation by offshore floating wind (OFW) farms, it is important to understand environmental implications and general knowledge gaps that should be addressed prior to OFW development. This study consisted of a review of existing sensitivity analyses, a summary of OFW technology and a definition of its major impact-causing factors (ICF), incorporation of large-scale event (LSE) frequencies and impacts, a detailed geospatial analysis of various habitat characteristics, and a thorough literature review for 44 fish, invertebrate, mammal, turtle, bird, and bat species in one California and two Hawaii study areas to assess the potential sensitivity of habitats and species to large-scale OFW development.

USD: $160,000

2016-09-07 → 2018-06-15