Trump’s offshore wind energy freeze: What states lose if the executive order remains in place
Offshore wind power brings more than local, clean energy. It provides jobs, encourages innovation and boosts economic growth as supply chains develop.
Feb. 6, 2025 • ~9 min
What Trump can do to reverse US climate policy − and what he probably can’t change
While he hasn’t released an official plan, Trump’s playbook the last time he was in office and his frequent complaints about clean energy offer clues to what’s ahead.
Nov. 7, 2024 • ~8 min
Offshore wind farms connected by an underwater power grid for transmission could revolutionize how the East Coast gets its electricity
A big roadblock to offshore wind power is getting approval for onshore transmission lines. But what if there were fewer connection points, and power could flow both ways? Plans are underway.
July 31, 2024 • ~10 min
Why US offshore wind power is struggling – the good, the bad and the opportunity
Two new wind farms began producing power in 2024, but several canceled contracts have left a dark cloud over the industry. A wind power expert explains why US offshore wind has been slow to scale up.
May 9, 2024 • ~10 min
Why US offshore wind energy is struggling – the good, the bad and the opportunity
Two new wind farms began producing power in 2024, but several canceled contracts have left a dark cloud over the industry. A wind power expert explains why US offshore wind has been slow to scale up.
May 9, 2024 • ~10 min
AI may develop a huge carbon footprint, but it could also be a critical ally in the fight against climate change
AI needs careful monitoring and the right policies to ensure it can benefit the fight against climate change.
April 4, 2024 • ~6 min
As the US begins to build offshore wind farms, scientists say many questions remain about impacts on the oceans and marine life
A recent study focusing on how offshore wind farms in Massachusetts waters could affect endangered right whales does not call for slowing the projects, but says monitoring will be critical.
Nov. 15, 2023 • ~10 min
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