Sweden Halts 13 Baltic Wind Farms Over Defense Concerns

The decision follows military warnings that the wind farms could hinder radar detection and missile response times.

Sweden's government has rejected plans for 13 offshore wind farms in the Baltic Sea due to potential security risks highlighted by the military.
Officials expressed concerns that the wind turbines could interfere with radar systems, reducing the country's missile response time from two minutes to one minute.
The decision comes amid heightened tensions in the region, particularly with the nearby Russian exclave of Kaliningrad.
Despite the setback for its renewable energy goals, Sweden approved one wind farm project on its western coast, aiming to balance energy and security needs.
The military's assessment emphasized the need to prioritize defense interests, especially as Sweden recently joined NATO and faces increased regional security challenges.