Green Oceans applauds the Trump Administration for making a landmark decision to suspend all large-scale offshore wind projects, prioritizing national security. “By President Trump and Secretary Burgum prioritizing national security over a faulty energy program, the Administration reinforces its stance that safeguarding the nation remains paramount,” said Lisa Knight, president, Green Oceans. She continues, “This action reflects a proactive approach to mitigating serious vulnerabilities to our missile defense posed by the rushed industrial development of offshore infrastructure.”
Key Benefits of the Offshore Wind Moratorium:
- National Security: The suspension follows warnings from defense officials that offshore wind infrastructure can compromise critical radar and military operations.
- Grid Reliability: Offshore wind’s intermittent output cannot provide the dependable power America needs. Reliable, always-available energy sources remain essential for the nation’s security and prosperity.
- Aviation Safety: The Federal Aviation Administration has not completed full hazard evaluations for turbines beyond 12 nautical miles offshore, posing risks to both civilian and military aircraft.
- Economic Protection: Offshore wind is the most expensive form of electricity. Halting these projects shields American taxpayers and ratepayers from skyrocketing costs and prevents subsidies from flowing to foreign investors.
- Job Security: The pause preserves stable, long-term employment in commercial fishing, ports, shipbuilding, and national defense, while offshore wind jobs are temporary and subsidy-driven.
- Coastal Livelihoods: Protecting fishing jobs and coastal economies ensures that workers can transition into durable industries, supporting local communities.
“This action restores rigor and accountability to federal energy policy,” added Lisa Knight, “ensuring that American families, workers, and security—not foreign interests—remain at the heart of U.S. energy strategy.”
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