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Atlantic Geological and Geophysical Activities Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (PEIS)\

Categories: Energy,Environment,Geology/Mining,Headlines,Natural Resources,Virginia Issues

http://www.boem.gov/oil-and-gas-energy-program/GOMR/GandG.aspx

Federal authorities have taken a step toward development of energy resources off the Atlantic Coast.  The Environmental Impact Statements assess the environmental effects of seismic studies and other geological activities related to  oil and gas exploration and development in the Mid- and South-Atlantic Planning Areas.  From the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management