The US government has ordered Danish renewable energy company Ørsted to halt its offshore wind project in the Gulf of Maine, citing national security concerns and interference with naval use of seas. The Revolution Wind project was scheduled for completion next year but is now being re-evaluated by the company. This decision adds to the growing woes of the offshore wind industry, which has faced numerous challenges in recent years, including delays, cost overruns, and regulatory hurdles.
Source: https://www.reuters.com/legal/litigation/us-orders-orsted-halt-offshore-wind-project-deepening-industry-woes-2025-08-22