Offshore wind developer prevails in U.S. court as Trump calls wind farms 'losers'
NPR • • business
Key Points:
- A federal judge ruled that construction on the Revolution Wind offshore wind farm for Rhode Island and Connecticut can resume, criticizing the government for not providing adequate reasons for a complete stop amid national security concerns.
- Revolution Wind is nearly 90% complete and has all federal permits; the halt has caused significant financial losses and threatens the project's timely completion.
- The Trump administration ordered a freeze on five major East Coast offshore wind projects citing national security, but has not disclosed specific concerns; President Trump has publicly opposed wind energy, calling wind farms "losers."
- Energy companies including Orsted, Equinor, and Dominion Energy are suing to overturn the administration's freeze, arguing the projects are critical for affordable, reliable power and climate goals.
- Legal battles continue
