The Trump administration has ordered an immediate halt to construction on the Revolution Wind offshore wind farm in New London, Connecticut, citing national security interests and interference with maritime areas. The move has left state officials and developers scrambling to find a way to convince federal authorities to reverse the decision.
The project, which is about 80% complete, supports over 2,500 jobs nationwide, including hundreds of local offshore workers. However, the halt has significant implications for the regional electric grid and could lead to costly alternatives being sought by Connecticut and Rhode Island power utilities.
Governor Ned Lamont, a supporter of developing pipeline infrastructure, expressed frustration with the decision, stating that he spoke to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul about potential concessions but had “no idea” what the Trump administration’s demands were. Democratic leaders in Connecticut and Rhode Island have also voiced outrage over the halt, calling it “insane” and potentially illegal.
The decision has worsened Ørsted’s financial situation, with its stock dropping 16% on Monday. The company is considering its options for the project, which is about to be completed.
While no legal action has been taken against the stop-work order, state attorneys general and conservation groups are exploring their options. Regional grid operator ISO New England warned that delays could put the grid’s reliability at risk.
The halt follows a pattern of administration decisions targeting wind projects already under construction, including the Empire Wind project off Long Island. The move has raised concerns about the Trump administration’s approach to energy development and its impact on state and local economies.
Source: https://ctmirror.org/2025/08/25/revolution-wind-trump-halt-lamont