Seventeen states and Washington, DC have initiated legal action against the Trump administration's executive order which halted all federal approvals of wind energy projects. This lawsuit, spearheaded by New York Attorney General Letitia James, argues that the executive action poses an 'existential threat' to the wind energy sector, which is vital given the rising electricity demands. It points out that the lack of reasoning behind the order is 'arbitrary and capricious', and claims that even minor delays can significantly disrupt projects with large economic implications for the country.
Even minor setbacks can dramatically increase costs and delay or even altogether derail wind-energy projects.
No reasoned explanation for its categorical and indefinite halt has been provided, calling the move 'arbitrary and capricious' under the Administrative Procedures Act.
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