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US gives key OK for 15GW floating wind area in Gulf of Maine

Go-ahead allows upcoming leasing round to go forward to meet growing demand from New England state

A fisherman wearing blue gloves is holding a live lobster while sorting lobsters by size in Maine . Maine Lobstermen.
A fisherman wearing blue gloves is holding a live lobster while sorting lobsters by size in Maine . Maine Lobstermen.Photo: WoodysPhotos/Shutterstock
US Offshore Wind Editor, Recharge
Published 6 September 2024, 15:12Updated 6 September 2024, 15:12
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