offshore wind projects
Coverage of offshore wind projects in the Nexus archive.
- Trump admin’s cancellation of wind energy projects causes business turmoil
The Trump administration's cancellation of wind energy projects has led to business turmoil, with seven northeastern states suing the US government for paying TotalEnergies to withdraw from offshore wind projects. The lawsuit highlights disputes over energy policy and financial agreements.
- Six states sue Trump administration over deal to kill windfarm project
Six states sued the Trump administration over a $1 billion deal to cancel major offshore wind projects off New York and North Carolina. The deal involved payments to TotalEnergies to terminate the projects and redirect investments to oil and gas.
- The wind boom Trump couldn’t stop
Offshore wind projects are expanding rapidly along U.S. coasts despite political opposition, marking a significant shift in energy development. The growth persists even under resistance from former President Donald J. Trump.
- Trump administration is paying more companies to abandon offshore wind projects
The Trump administration is financially incentivizing companies to abandon offshore wind projects. This move reflects a policy shift away from renewable energy development.