Canada's offshore accords with Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Labrador are being updated to promote development of offshore wind farms, but it's not clear yet whether any compensation will be paid to fishermen displaced by wind farms.
Amendments introduced Tuesday in Ottawa by the federal government assign regulatory authority for wind power to jointly managed offshore boards — now renamed the Canada-Nova Scotia Offshore Energy Regulator and Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore Energy Regulator.Before a call for bids is issued, authorities will identify areas suitable for development, conservation or fishing.
Federal officials said potential conflicts can be addressed in regional assessments underway in both provinces.The legislation says the offshore regulator would promote compensation schemes developed by industry and fishing groups linked to fishing gear.The Houston government has set a target of issuing five gigawatts of licences for offshore wind by 2030, with leasing starting in 2025. It is intended largely for green hydrogen production.
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