Legal Battle Erupts Over New Jersey Offshore Wind Farm Approval

Environmental groups challenge New Jersey's decision to approve the Atlantic Shores wind farm, citing non-compliance with federal coastal protection standards.

Three environmental advocacy groups have filed a lawsuit against New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection over the Atlantic Shores wind farm.
The groups argue the project could damage marine habitats and affect endangered species' migration.
Supporters of the wind farm assert it's crucial for achieving New Jersey's clean energy goals by 2035.
Accusations surface that opposition to the wind farm is funded by the fossil fuel industry, a claim denied by the groups.
Legal and environmental experts anticipate a significant judicial review given the project's potential ecological impacts.