Developer Claims US Suspension of Rhode Island Offshore Wind Project is Unwarranted
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Sep 18 2025
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Source: Reuters
Lawsuit Against Stop-Work Order: Revolution Wind's owners are challenging a stop-work order issued by the Trump administration, claiming the reasons provided for halting the project are "factually incorrect" and were disclosed only after the order was made.
Project Status and Administration's Claims: The project is nearly complete, with 80% of offshore foundations and 45 out of 65 turbines installed, but the administration alleges it failed to meet permit conditions related to military operations and scientific surveys, which Revolution Wind disputes.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
