US EditionTrump administration cancels $679 million for offshore wind projects
The Trump administration redirected $679 million from 12 offshore wind projects to maritime infrastructure, citing wastefulness and prioritizing shipbuilding and traditional energy sources.
- On Friday, the U.S. Transportation Department canceled $679 million in federal funding for a dozen offshore wind projects, and construction on the nearly complete Revolution Wind farm was halted last week at 80% completion.
- The Interior Department said a review of Revolution Wind cited national security concerns, while the administration prioritized shipbuilding and traditional fuels under the April 9 executive order to 'restore maritime dominance.'
- Funding for projects in 11 states was rescinded, including $48 million for Arthur Kill Terminal, $10.5 million for Bridgeport Port Authority, and $426.7 million for Humboldt Bay Offshore Wind.
- Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey warned canceling the Salem grant will cost 800 workers their jobs, Orsted is assessing financial harm and may pursue legal action after shares fell Monday to a record low.
- Industry projections show the offshore sector could invest $65 billion by 2030, with 73,000 megawatts under development powering over 30 million homes and supporting 56,000 jobs, the American Clean Power Association says.
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The Trump Administration re-charged the offshore wind industry by announcing the cancellation of $679 million in federal funds for 12 projects in various states.Read more]]>
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy withdraws $679M in funding for ‘doomed’ offshore wind projects – including three in NY, NJ and CT
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced Friday that $679 million in federal funding for 12 “doomed” offshore wind projects – including three in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut – has been withdrawn.
Trump Admin Ends $679 Million for 'Doomed' Offshore Wind Projects
The Trump administration has ended $679 million in funding for 12 "doomed" offshore wind projects that Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Sean Duffy deemed a "wasteful" use of agency dollars. The post Trump Admin Ends $679 Million for ‘Doomed’ Offshore Wind Projects appeared first on Breitbart.
This decision aims to undermine a sector that was at the heart of the climate and energy agenda of former democratic president Joe Biden.
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