The Trump administration has officially halted the Empire Wind 1, New York's largest offshore wind initiative, due to concerns over its approval process. Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum criticized the Biden administration for rushing the project’s approval. The wind farm, operated by Equinor, aimed to supply power to 500,000 homes and create significant job opportunities. Despite this, Trump has issued an executive order preventing any new offshore wind auctions, prompting local leaders like Gov. Kathy Hochul to condemn the decision as federal overreach and advocate for the project's continuation.
The Trump administration's decision to halt Empire Wind 1 reflects significant discontent over the approval process, rekindling debates on clean energy and job stability in New York.
Equinor emphasized that its project had secured all necessary permits, highlighting potential economic and clean energy benefits for NY, which now hang in the balance.
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