Trump Administration Halts $4B Offshore Wind Project Rhode Island, Connecticut

Energy Secretary Chris Wright has defended the Trump administration's approach to renewables, emphasizing that the administration is not ending wind and solar energy but seeking a more realistic integration of these sources within a stable and reliable power grid. Wright criticized previous policies that overly relied on renewables to power the world, citing physical and economic limitations, but acknowledged that wind and solar still have a role in an integrated energy system. Contrasting Wright's stance, President Trump criticized states relying heavily on wind and solar for electricity, blaming them for record increases in energy costs. Meanwhile, the Trump administration has ordered a halt to the nearly completed $4 billion Revolution Wind offshore project near Rhode Island, raising concerns among stakeholders and drawing criticism for undermining key energy transition efforts. This decision highlights tensions between fossil fuel interests and renewable energy development, as offshore wind projects are seen as significant competitors to traditional energy sources. The halt has triggered legal responses from states like Connecticut, reflecting the broader conflict over America's energy future under the current administration.