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· Why did both Federal and State agencies review Cape Wind? · How does Cape Wind’s permitting process compare with those used for other electricity generating projects? · What is the current status of the permitting process for Cape Wind? · Will Cape Wind pay the U.S. Government for utilizing Horseshoe Shoal to produce clean energy?

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· Why did both Federal and State agencies review Cape Wind? The wind turbines on Horseshoe Shoal will be in Federal waters and portions of the underground electric cables will be in Massachusetts. Back to top
· How does Cape Wind’s permitting process compare with those used for other electricity generating projects? This clean, renewable energy project underwent a more comprehensive and rigorous permitting review than any of New England’s fossil fueled or nuclear power plants. Back to top
· What is the current status of the permitting process for Cape Wind? Cape Wind has secured all if its Federal and State permits in addition to a 25-year commercial lease from the U.S. Department of Interior. Back to top
· Will Cape Wind pay the U.S. Government for utilizing Horseshoe Shoal to produce clean energy? Yes, the Commercial Lease the U.S. Department of Interior issued to Cape Wind stipulates the royalty payments that Cape Wind must make to the Federal Government, 28% of which will be redirected back to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Back to top