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East Coast Governors Push Back Against Wind Project Freeze

December 25, 2025

Four governors from the East Coast have a problem with the Trump administration's decision to pause wind energy projects. They think it's not about safety but something else. The governors from New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island wrote a letter. They asked the government to lift t

politics

South Jersey's Big Decisions: What's at Stake on Election Day

October 31, 2025

On November 4th, voters in four South Jersey towns have some important choices to make. Somers Point, Lacey Township, Downe Township, and Lawrence Township are all facing big decisions. These include school construction bonds, local gaming rules, and a liquor license proposal. School construction b

environment

Wind Farm Fight: Big Energy Company Takes on Trump Administration

September 4, 2025

A Danish energy company is in a legal battle with the Trump administration over a wind farm project. The company, Orsted, is trying to stop the government from halting work on the Revolution Wind project off the coast of Rhode Island and Connecticut. The project is almost finished and could power hu

business

Orsted's Offshore Wind Woes: A Costly Challenge

January 22, 2025

Orsted, a major player in the offshore wind industry, just took a big financial hit. The Danish company reported a $1. 7 billion impairment, thanks to rising costs of building wind farms in the US. This news comes at a time when President Trump is putting a stop to new offshore wind projects, making

environment

Harnessing Offshore Wind in China: A Healthier Future

January 14, 2025

Imagine this: China's coastal areas buzzing with clean energy from offshore wind farms. This isn't just a dream; it's a reality that could be just around the corner. With the cost of offshore wind power dropping fast, it's becoming a real option for China's energy transition. To understand its impac

environment

A New Horizon for Offshore Wind Power in the Gulf of Maine

September 17, 2024

The US Department of Interior has set an auction date of October 29th for the first-ever sale of offshore wind energy leases in the Gulf of Maine. This significant move marks a major step forward in the country's efforts to transition to cleaner, renewable energy sources. The auction, which includes

business

GE Vernova's Offshore Wind Dreams Are Sinking: What's Next?

September 15, 2024

GE Vernova's offshore wind business has been stuck in the mud, and it's not just the broken blade on the Vineyard Wind project that's to blame. The company's recent $300 million loss in its wind division has sent shockwaves through the industry, and it's clear that the business is still reeling from