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Trump pushes back on offshore wind as global industry expands rapidly

The Independent·Jennifer McDermott·18 days ago
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President Donald Trump 's administration is actively impeding the growth of offshore wind projects across the United States, precisely as the industry stood on the brink of substantial expansion. This clean energy source holds considerable promise for delivering vast amounts of power to U.S. coastlines. Currently, three offshore wind farms are operational, with an additional three already supplying power as they complete construction or final testing phases. Despite more than 40 federal offshore wind leases being in place, the administration is reportedly repurchasing some, offering financial incentives for energy companies to abandon their offshore wind endeavors. Trump has also implemented various other obstacles for the sector, while simultaneously prioritizing fossil fuel development. Trump has also implemented various other obstacles for the sector, while simultaneously prioritizing fossil fuel development (AP Photo/Joshua A.…

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