Editors' Summary: It is often remarked that the global problem of climate change will require local solutions. Wind and wave energy projects are just two examples of alternative energy sources that may slow the effects of climate change, but may also have detrimental effects for the immediate regions in which the projects are located. In this Article, Mark J. Spalding and Charlotte de Fontaubert discuss the challenge of balancing local impacts against global benefits. They begin with a description of the nature of the conflict and identify stakeholders and their interests. They then offer several options for possible conflict resolution strategies, ultimately concluding that a new type of conflict resolution mechanism is needed to balance the conflicting needs of global and local environments.