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Trump Administration Halts Offshore Wind Projects, Redirects Funds

10/6/2025

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The Trump administration halted offshore wind energy projects, impacting investments, per Shell U.S. President Colette Hirstius.
In August, the administration revoked $679 million in federal funding for Maryland renewables, including the Maryland Offshore Wind Project.
The Department of Transportation withdrew nearly $680 million from offshore wind projects, redirecting funds to the domestic maritime industry.

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The Trump administration halted offshore wind energy projects, impacting investments, per Shell U.S. President Colette Hirstius.
In August, the administration revoked $679 million in federal funding for Maryland renewables, including the Maryland Offshore Wind Project.
The Department of Transportation withdrew nearly $680 million from offshore wind projects, redirecting funds to the domestic maritime industry.