Ted Kelly is director and lead counsel for U.S. clean energy at the Environmental Defense Fund. His work covers electricity markets and energy regulation. He previously worked in the New York Department of Public Service's counsel office.
Case
Federal officials halted Revolution Wind construction twice, citing national security. Rhode Island senators criticized the orders, and a judge granted preliminary relief. The project later reached its final-turbine installation milestone.
Role at the time: Director and lead counsel for U.S. clean energy, Environmental Defense Fund
Statement summary
Ted Kelly criticized the federal offshore-wind stop orders, including Revolution Wind's, arguing that the region needed additional electricity supply.
“it makes no sense”
Criticizes the federal halt, not merely the project's merits.
Statement dates: February 2, 2026
Statement dates: February 2, 2026
Statement dates: February 2, 2026
