On April 29, 2009, the U.S. Department of the Interior issued the final regulatory framework on Renewable Energy and Alternate Uses of Existing Facilities on the Outer Continental Shelf. The workshops will allow stakeholders to learn more about the regulatory framework for renewable energy activities on the OCS. In particular, attendees will learn about the MMS leasing process. Time will be provided for discussion and questions and answers. Leases issued under the new regulatory framework will authorize activities related to renewable energy development, such as commercial development of offshore wind, wave, or ocean current, or non-commercial activities related to assessing renewable energy potential in an area. FERC staff will be available to discuss the Commission's role in the issuance of licenses for wave or ocean current projects on the OCS.

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