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U.S. Halts Near-Complete Revolution Wind Project After National-Security Review

The stop-work order citing national-security concerns puts jobs, grid planning, and financing at risk.

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A general view of the White House as U.S. President Donald Trump's motorcade returns following a trip to Trump National Golf Club, in Washington, D.C., U.S., July 20, 2025. REUTERS/Al Drago/File Photo
Governor Ned Lamont; Photo source: State of Connecticut, Office of the Governor
FILE - Wind turbine components sit at New London State Pier, April 16, 2025, in New London, Conn. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson, File)

Overview

  • BOEM issued an Aug. 22 stop-work order on the 704 MW project to allow a review intended to protect U.S. national security and avoid interference with other ocean uses.
  • Construction paused with the project about 80% complete, with all foundations and 45 of 65 turbines installed, and long-term contracts to supply 400 MW to Rhode Island and 304 MW to Connecticut.
  • ISO New England warned the delay will increase reliability risks for the regional grid starting in 2026, with industry groups saying postponement could raise consumer costs.
  • Governors Ned Lamont and Dan McKee, congressional Democrats, and labor leaders urged the administration to let work resume, citing roughly 1,000 union jobs and state clean‑energy goals.
  • Ørsted said it is complying, assessing legal options, and proceeding with a planned $9.4 billion rights issue after its shares fell to record lows as renewable energy stocks also declined.