Bureau of Ocean Energy Management

⚡BREAKING | We will hold the first-ever offshore wind lease sale offshore Oregon on October 15, 2024. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gBm3abTH 🌊This sale will include two lease area offshore Oregon. These lease areas, totaling approximately 194,995 developable acres, have the potential to unlock up to 3.1 GW of offshore wind energy, power over 1 million homes, while supporting of new good-paying union jobs. Read our latest article to learn about the stipulations in the Final Sale Notice and the potential impact of this sale: https://lnkd.in/gXrdbzdM 👏The Oregon Lease Sale is part of our leasing path to meet the Administration’s goal of deploying 30GW of offshore wind energy capacity by 2030.

Road trip!🚗Who's in? We're starting in Canada...and headed to Brazil! Our guides? 3,995 shorebirds 🐦 From 2014 to 2017, we tracked 17 different species of shorebirds to understand their movements and habitat use. This study https://ow.ly/QfHx50TgNC6 will be used to inform our decisions related to offshore wind siting and approval of proposed development projects. #WorldShorebirdDay #UnleashingTheScience

JUST ANNOUNCED 📣 We have completed the environmental review for proposed offshore wind commercial leasing in the Gulf of Maine. Visit https://ow.ly/UfOE50ThjWI for details on the environmental analysis and potential next steps in the leasing process. We rely on the best available science and information to inform our decision-making to ensure that any proposed offshore wind activities are done in a way that avoids, reduces, or mitigates potential impacts to ocean users and the marine environment.

✨ REMINDER ✨ ✨ WE’RE HIRING ✨ ISO: GS-0028-14 Supervisory Environmental Protection Specialist BOEM, Office of Environmental Programs U.S. Department of the Interior Duty Location: Jefferson, LA; Camarillo, CA; or Anchorage, AK Closing Date: Monday, September 9, 2024 Visit the job posting https://ow.ly/xYU150T5jJC Job Duties: 1. Provides managerial leadership, guidance, and direction for an interdisciplinary staff of scientists and technical specialists in the Unit. These responsibilities include: developing and managing budget and staffing plans for the Unit; evaluating performance; hiring; identifying developmental and training needs; counseling; resolving complaints; and effecting minor disciplinary actions. 2. Exercises a broad range of supervisory responsibility over the Unit's operations. These responsibilities include: representing the Section at internal and external meetings; defining controls and objectives; instituting standard operating procedures and methodologies; establishing priorities; planning the work to be accomplished by the Unit; overseeing the scheduling and preparation of assigned work; and reviewing assigned work, as necessary. 3. Advises management on policy, guidance, and regulations regarding Bureau issues in general and specifically regarding the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Coastal Zone Management Act (CZMA), and pre-lease activities. This includes: participating in the development of goals and objectives; assisting with tactical plans to accomplish objectives; participating in the development and review of regulations and policy; evaluating the associated impacts on existing procedures, workload, and staffing; and participating in the development and/or adaptation of standard operating procedures responsive to new policies. 4. Analyzes Bureau program issues and projects and prepares and presents briefs and related recommendations for management. 5. Coordinates directly and routinely with other Bureau offices, Federal and State agencies, private industry, and special interest groups Apply here: https://ow.ly/xYU150T5jJC

🌊 The Department of the Interior has approved the Maryland Offshore Wind project, located approximately 8.7 nautical miles (nm) offshore Maryland and approximately 9 nm from Sussex County, Delaware, at its closest points to shore. ⚡This is the tenth approval of a commercial-scale, offshore wind energy project in the United States. The project could generate over 2 GW of clean energy, which has the potential to power over 718,000 homes. 💚 Today’s announcement represents a significant milestone towards achieving America’s clean energy future. Visit https://ow.ly/ZIxs50Tgl5y for details on this announcement. ⚡ For more information on this project, visit https://ow.ly/UgYP50Tgl5x.

On National Wildlife Day, we often highlight our favorite glamour mammals. But the small critters are just as important! 🐍 Take the sand lance, for example: https://ow.ly/qY0w50TflCV Commonly mistaken for an eel, this small fish is vital to the ocean food web. While our wildlife research may sometimes focus on small species, like the sand lance, these studies have significant impacts. We use this information to inform our decisions and how to best protect marine life and their habitats. #UnleashingtheScience https://ow.ly/IAgA50TflCR

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC | You are invited to attend the virtual Central Atlantic Intergovernmental Renewable Energy Task Force meeting on September 10-11th at 9:00am ET. The purpose of the meeting is to hear updates on the potential for offshore renewable energy in the Central Atlantic region. The meeting will discuss potential commercial offshore wind energy planning activities and next steps in the planning process. There will be opportunities for questions and public input at the end of the meeting. Want to participate? For details and registration information, visit https://ow.ly/QsI850TfhIp

We are seeking information on additional potential commercial wind leasing opportunities in the Central Atlantic. 📣 Listening to the needs of other ocean users and communities is a critical part of our process. 🖥️ We will hold one virtual public meeting and five in-person meetings during the public comment period. This is your opportunity to learn more about the leasing process and provide your input. Learn about the meetings and register today: https://ow.ly/sPB150Tew57

✨ REMINDER ✨ ✨ WE’RE HIRING ✨ ISO: GS-0028-14 Environmental Protection Specialist BOEM, Office of Environmental Programs U.S. Department of the Interior Duty Location: Sterling, VA; Jefferson, LA; Camarillo, CA; or Anchorage, AK Closing Date: Friday, September 6, 2024 Visit the job posting https://ow.ly/4Soz50SZiCk Job Duties: 1. Advises BOEM senior leaders on environmental protection, assessment, review, and research with an emphasis on environmental justice responsibilities and partnerships. 2. Develops and maintains partnerships with other Federal agencies, communities, Tribes, and public and private organizations with interests in environmental justice impacts and mitigation. 3. Ensures that issues are adequately identified and described when Bureau policy decisions may impact communities with environmental justice concerns, including Tribal Nations, Native Hawaiian, and other indigenous communities. 4. Advises on partnerships and provides support in developing and implementing partnership agreements, such as Memoranda of Understanding or Agreement and Cooperative and Inter-agency Agreements. 5. Advises on the development and implementation of BOEM's environmental justice strategy and action plan. 6. Plans, develops, and employs appropriate procedures for conducting environmental justice analyses and outreach, using policy expertise to conduct analyses, evaluate environmental issues, and recommend effective solutions. 7. Identifies and assesses relevant data and information concerning energy, mineral, and carbon sequestration activities on the Outer Continental Shelf as they relate to environmental justice impacts, including scientific understanding or policy implications. 8. Facilitates the recommendation and oversight of studies essential for effectively addressing environmental justice concerns at the programmatic level, including the identification of data gaps and enhancement of models. Apply here: https://ow.ly/4Soz50SZiCk

Meet Jim. Our BOEM Gulf of Mexico Regional Director transitioned from academia and the private sector to lead offshore energy management in the Gulf. He brings a wealth of experience in marine science and environmental stewardship, focusing on both conventional and renewable energy. Dr. Kendall emphasizes adaptability, continuous learning, and public service as key to his leadership and commitment to addressing critical marine and environmental issues. Learn more: https://ow.ly/jp9j50TcNQF Visit https://ow.ly/8an950TaPz4 to learn about all of the BOEM Regional Directors. Each Regional Director Spotlight dives into the professional and personal journeys of the leaders managing our nation’s offshore energy resources. Through their stories and career advice, each offer a unique perspective on the Bureau’s work and sheds light on the individuals who navigate the complexities of federal service with dedication and expertise.