; and (ii) whether to issue any permit or other authorization that is necessary to carry out an offshore renewable energy project. (D) NEPA applicability The Secretary shall not consider a study conducted under subparagraph (A) to be a major Federal action under section 102(2)(C) of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 ( 42 U.S.C. 4332(2)(C) ). (12) Capacity building and community engagement (A) In general The Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of Commerce, may award grants to entities to build organizational capacity and enhance engagement opportunities related to offshore renewable energy project development, including environmental reviews and permitting activities of such projects. (B) Purposes Grants awarded under subparagraph (A) shall be used by entities to— (i) enable States, Indian Tribes, affected ocean users, and nonprofit associations that represent affected ocean users to compile data, conduct analyses, educate stakeholders, and complete other activities relating to offshore renewable energy project development; (ii) engage in planning activities and in the development of offshore wind projects for the purposes of— (I) determining potential economic, social, public health, and environmental benefits and impacts; and (II) identifying opportunities to mitigate such impacts; (iii) facilitate siting of offshore renewable energy projects and associated electric transmission infrastructure