Broken blades, angry fishermen, and rising costs slow offshore wind
Briefly

Peter Kaizer expressed the challenges that fishermen face due to the recent wind turbine blade failure, stating, 'All these small boats could be subject to damage. Everyone wants this green legacy, but at the cost of what?'
The incident has left significant repercussions for the Vineyard Wind 1 project, which has now hit delays, with developers aiming to complete it this summer but struggling to meet that timeline.
The development of the offshore wind industry, while aimed at delivering emission-free energy, is currently hampered by numerous challenges such as cost overruns, permit delays, and opposition from local communities.
The Biden administration's vision to replicate the successful offshore wind initiatives of European nations is challenged by the slower pace and increased complications within the U.S. offshore wind industry, which has seen projects canceled or postponed.
Read at Boston.com
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