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\nTo identify an area that appears most suitable for floating offshore wind energy leasing and potential development, and taking into consideration possible impacts to coastal and marine resources and ocean users, BOEM collaborated with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration\u2019s National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS) to use an ocean planning model that seeks to identify and minimize conflicts.\n
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\nThe Draft WEA has a combined capacity of over 40 GW (assuming a power density of 3 megawatts per square kilometer), which exceeds the current combined offshore wind planning goals for the Gulf of Maine states: 10 GW for Massachusetts; 3 GW for Maine. BOEM anticipates future reductions to the Draft WEA, while striving to retain sufficient area to meet the States\u2019 planning goals.\n
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\nBOEM has also identified three Secondary Areas for Further Analysis (Secondary Areas). These areas are not part of the Draft WEA; however, BOEM seeks additional comment from the public on whether these areas (or a certain portion of them) should receive consideration as Final WEAs, and if so, under what recommended conditions. \n
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\nDuring the 30-day public comment period, BOEM will hold a series of virtual public meetings<\/a> to outline data and information used to inform the Draft WEA and to discuss next steps. There will be opportunities for questions and answers; however, to submit a formal comment, go to regulations.gov<\/a> and search for docket number BOEM-2023-0054. 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