Abstract
The NMFS West Coast Offshore Wind Energy Strategic Science Plan outlines research directions that are needed to: a) fulfill NMFS’ consultation and authorization mandates with respect to offshore wind energy development; b) advance the scientific understanding of the interactions between offshore wind energy development and NMFS trust resources on the U.S. West Coast, including assessing the effects of planned offshore wind energy activities on fish, fisheries, protected species, habitats, and ecosystems; and c) support the development of strategies to mitigate impacts.