Group 1 - The U.S. government has halted all offshore wind power projects citing national security concerns, including the largest offshore wind project in Virginia and four other projects on the East Coast [1][2] - The Department of the Interior stated that a recent classified report from the Department of Defense identified offshore wind projects as a "national security risk" due to potential radar interference from wind turbine blades [1] - The halt in offshore wind projects is seen as a significant action against a growing industry, reflecting ongoing tensions between the Trump administration and the offshore wind sector [1][2] Group 2 - Industry leaders criticize the government's actions as a means to mask personal preferences, warning that it will increase energy costs, hinder investment, and lead to significant job losses, with an estimated 12,000 direct jobs and 5,000 indirect jobs affected [2] - Dominion Energy, the developer of the Virginia offshore wind project, emphasized the project's importance for national security and the rising energy demands in Virginia, particularly due to the growth of AI and data centers [2] - Experts suggest that the ongoing suppression of the green wind power industry could adversely affect the overall electricity supply in the U.S., impacting the development of AI and related sectors [2]
特朗普政府叫停所有海上风电项目