[DOI, 6 April 2018]

The Department of Interior Secretary, Ryan Zinke, has revealed the proposed lease sale of two offshore wind projects in Massachusetts. Together, the projects will extend over 390,000 acres and has been identified because of its minimal impacts on fishing habitats and marine animals.” These two projects are seen to be part of Trump’s “America-First Offshore Energy Strategy” and the Administration’s commitment to build a diversified energy portfolio. Zinke also stated, “The Trump Administration supports an all-of-the-above energy policy and using every tool available to achieve American energy dominance.” The Proposed Sale Notice will be open for a 60-day public comment period commencing on April 11, 2018.