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A coalition of Democratic state attorneys general has joined a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s halt of onshore wind projects, which has stalled over 155 projects due to the Department of Defense refusing to conduct national security reviews. The states argue the federal government has unlawfully blocked renewable energy development without providing a reasonable explanation.

Democratic state attorneys general have joined a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration's halt of onshore wind projects, which has stalled over 155 projects due to the Department of Defense's refusal to conduct required national security reviews. The attorneys general argue that the federal government's sudden policy change without explanation is hindering renewable energy development, while the Defense Department claims it is balancing energy needs with military readiness.

A coalition of Democratic state attorneys general has joined a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s halt of onshore wind projects, citing over 155 stalled projects due to the Department of Defense’s refusal to conduct required national security reviews. The states argue the sudden policy shift lacks justification and impedes renewable energy development.

The Pentagon has blocked over 150 onshore wind projects in 24 states due to concerns that turbines interfere with radar systems and pose risks from small drones. Developers report $2 billion in costs from the freeze, which has halted new construction, while similar offshore wind disputes led to $2.6 billion in cancellations under the Trump administration.

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Renewable energy groups are suing the U.S. military, alleging a freeze on national security reviews for wind projects in 21 states, jeopardizing $47 billion in investments and jobs. The Pentagon claims it must balance energy projects with military needs, while plaintiffs argue the inaction threatens the wind energy industry.

Renewable energy groups are suing the U.S. military over stalled national security reviews for wind farms, claiming the delays threaten $47 billion in investments and thousands of jobs. The Pentagon says it must balance energy projects with military needs, but plaintiffs argue the inaction halts new wind energy development. Trump's policies and a federal judge's recent ruling on wind leasing are also cited in the dispute.

The Trump administration has stalled approvals for 165 onshore wind projects citing national security concerns, affecting US wind development and representing an escalation in the president's crusade against renewable energy. The Department of Defense is stalling the approvals, which typically involve routine assessments to ensure wind farms do not interfere with radar systems. This move has significant implications for the US renewable energy sector.