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·     Will these "wave farms" limit access to Oregon beaches?

 

·     Who pays for power line infrastructure? And, will it be earthquake/tsunami proof?

 

·     Can the community tax wave-generated energy to support communities like timber money is for schools? 

 

·     Will these "wave farms" be located in the path of migratory whales or in areas of upwelling? What is effect?

 

·     Will this affect animals that use sonar/magnetic location since the electricity is generated by using heavy magnets?

 

·     What is the risk of electromagnetic "pollution" to fish species?

 

·     Will revenue generated by sale of wavepower offset loss of fishing zones? How will it benefit the community?

 

 

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