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| Session: | PANEL 8 Opportunities for Scaled Regional-To-National Collaboration with OSW: Lessons Learned from IOOS |
| Day: | Wednesday, September 27 |
| Time: | 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Room: | B2-B3 |
PANEL DESCRIPTION |
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This session will feature two panels bringing together representatives from the U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS) Regional Associations, federal agencies (e.g., BOEM, NOAA, USCG), and the offshore wind energy industry. The primary focus will be on discussing the needs, challenges, and opportunities in ocean observing data collection and access in relation to offshore wind development. Through cross-sectoral presentations and discussions, the panels will delve into the challenges and opportunities associated with ocean observing and data sharing for offshore wind development. Participants will share examples of successful collaborations and valuable lessons learned, aiming to inform interactions with the ocean observing community as offshore wind development expands to new regions across the country.
Moderator 1: Kirsten Larsen Speakers: Read Hendon Michelle Fogarty Environmental Survey Manager | Equinor Renewables Americas Cristina Forbes Moderator 2: Catherine Edwards Speakers: Dr. Rodney Cluck Chief, Division of Environmental Sciences | Office of Renewable Energy Programs Brian Zelenke Surface Currents Program Manager | Integrated Ocean Observing System, National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration Dr. Gerhard Kuska Executive Director | Mid-Atlantic Regional Association Coastal Ocean Observing System |
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