The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) issued 90-day suspension orders for five offshore wind projects under construction along the East Coast: Vineyard Wind 1 (Massachusetts), Revolution Wind (Rhode Island/Connecticut), Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind, Sunrise Wind (New York), and Empire Wind 1 (New York). The suspensions, affecting approximately $28 billion in total investment, were based on cited national security concerns related to radar interference with military systems, as detailed in classified Department of Defense reports. The affected projects were at various stages of completion, with Revolution Wind approximately 87% complete and Empire Wind over 60% complete at the time of the suspension. Developers and state officials from affected states have challenged the suspension orders, with legal proceedings initiated in federal courts. More information can be found here.
