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Judge Lifts Stop-Work Order, Revolution Wind Construction Resumes

9/22/2025

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Summary

Story summary

U.S. District Judge Royce Lamberth ruled Revolution Wind may resume construction after a stop-work order tied to national security.
The court found irreparable harm from the halt, allowing work while the government reviews impacts.
Revolution Wind is 80% complete, developed by Ørsted and Skyborn Renewables, and would power over 350,000 homes in Rhode Island and Connecticut.

History

Historical Context

The Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act, enacted in 1978, aimed to boost renewable energy in the U.S., leading to significant investments in projects like Revolution Wind, which will power over 350,000 homes. Recent court rulings, such as Judge Royce Lamberth's, underscore the ongoing tension between national security and renewable energy initiatives, reflecting a historical struggle for regulatory balance in energy development.

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Story summary

U.S. District Judge Royce Lamberth ruled Revolution Wind may resume construction after a stop-work order tied to national security.
The court found irreparable harm from the halt, allowing work while the government reviews impacts.
Revolution Wind is 80% complete, developed by Ørsted and Skyborn Renewables, and would power over 350,000 homes in Rhode Island and Connecticut.

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