State and federal regulation of OTEC plants in Hawaii

Journal Article · Mon Sep 01 00:00:00 EDT 1980 · Sol. Law Rep.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6468838

Keith, K M

The advantages of ocean thermal energy conversion (OTEC) for Hawaii, its institutional support, projected contributions of OTEC in the future, and environmental concerns are discussed. Three experimental OTEC facilities in Hawaii are described, and the many regulations that must be observed and permits needed are described. Applicability of existing federal laws in regulating commercial-scale OTEC plants is examined, and applicable Coast Guard regulations and maritime laws are discussed briefly. Questions of state-federal relations, particularly regarding Hawaii's archipelagic claims and coastal zone, are addressed. (LEW)

• OSTI ID: 6468838
• Journal Information: Sol. Law Rep.; (United States), Vol. 2:3
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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