Kelly condemns the renewed offshore-wind suspension
Ted KellyDirector and lead counsel for U.S. Clean Energy at Environmental Defense Fund
Ted Kelly calls the December offshore-wind suspension unlawful and harmful to affordable electricity.
“Now, the administration is again unlawfully blocking clean, affordable energy.”
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Was the federal government justified in halting Revolution Wind construction?
Federal officials halted construction of Revolution Wind off Rhode Island in August and December 2025, citing national-security concerns. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum defended the December pause, while Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse criticized the interruptions. A federal judge granted preliminary injunctions against both orders. In September 2026, Connecticut announced installation of the project's final turbine.
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EDF issued his statement after the administration announced a new suspension affecting offshore projects under construction.
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Interior's announcement includes Revolution Wind among five paused leases. Burgum defended the action on security grounds; the department described radar interference and a review of possible mitigation.
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EDF issued his statement after the administration announced a new suspension affecting offshore projects under construction.
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Interior's announcement says the pause allows time to assess ways to mitigate security risks.
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The statement criticizes the federal construction halt affecting Revolution Wind.
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The Dispute Index. "Kelly condemns the renewed offshore-wind suspension". First published: 2026-10-20. Last updated: 2026-10-20. https://disputeindex.com/events/6105-ted-kelly-calls-the-december-offshore-wind-suspension