Hundreds of residents in a coastal New Jersey town rallied over the weekend against offshore wind energy in response to the recent surge in whale deaths.
Smith said additional analysis was needed to ensure that noises associated with offshore wind development are not impacting the survival of whales, dolphins, other mammals and fragile fish habitats.
He also noted that New Jersey and New York are at the center of the debate because waters off the two states' coasts are slated to be home to a staggering 16 gigawatts of wind farms by 2035. "Without serious, aggressive and independent analysis on the impact of these projects, they must be paused," Smith continued."We want the truth. We demand to be heard and our deep concerns addressed—not trivialized, mocked or dismissed. The people of New Jersey deserve better."In addition to the New Jersey Republican, organizers and environmentalists Trisha DeVoe and Leslie Mangold; Seaside Park, New Jersey, Mayor John Peterson Jr.
However, experts with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and Bureau of Ocean Energy Management told reporters last month that they have not seen evidence
Malaysia Latest News, Malaysia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
A New Jersey Restaurant “Takes Control” & Bans All Children Under The Age Of 10Nettie’s House of Spaghetti in New Jersey announced a new rule of no kids under 10 welcome in their restaurant.
Read more »
Woman Escapes Year-Long Captivity, Flees to New Jersey Gas Station: State CopsA survivor who says she was the victim of a year-long kidnapping found safety by escaping to a Burlington County, N.J. gas station earlier this month. A 57-year-old man now faces four charges in connection to her kidnapping, authorities said on Friday.
Read more »
New Jersey water park at American Dream Mall closes after helicopter display injures fourOne person was rushed to the hospital and three others were treated on the scene after the large display came crashing down from the ceiling of the DreamWorks Water Park inside the East Rutherford …
Read more »
4 injured after decorative helicopter falls from ceiling into swimming pool at New Jersey water parkA large decorative helicopter fell from the ceiling into a swimming pool below while people were in the water. It happened just after 3 p.m. Sunday.
Read more »