New Jersey Offshore Wind Project Delayed Again Over Supply Chain Struggles

Leading Light Wind seeks a second extension as turbine manufacturers face price hikes and compatibility issues.

Leading Light Wind has requested a second delay from the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities, extending the project timeline to May 20, 2025.
The developers, Invenergy and energyRE, cite ongoing supply chain challenges and price volatility in the offshore wind equipment market as reasons for the delay.
The project, located 40 miles off Long Beach Island, aims to build up to 100 turbines capable of powering 1 million homes.
Major turbine manufacturers, including GE Vernova, Vestas, and Siemens Gamesa, have either withdrawn or increased prices, complicating procurement efforts.
The delay comes as President-elect Donald Trump, a vocal critic of offshore wind energy, prepares to take office, raising concerns about potential federal policy changes affecting the industry.