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Trump Administration Suspends East Coast Wind Farm Leases

12/22/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump's administration suspended leases for five East Coast offshore wind farms due to radar interference concerns, leaving two projects active.
The affected projects are Vineyard Wind 1, Revolution Wind, Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind, Empire Wind 1, and Sunrise Wind.
Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum said the suspension allows time to assess and mitigate risks.
Shares of Orsted and other involved companies fell after the announcement.

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U.S. President Donald Trump's administration suspended leases for five East Coast offshore wind farms due to radar interference concerns, leaving two projects active.
The affected projects are Vineyard Wind 1, Revolution Wind, Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind, Empire Wind 1, and Sunrise Wind.
Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum said the suspension allows time to assess and mitigate risks.
Shares of Orsted and other involved companies fell after the announcement.