New York pauses offshore wind power projects due to Trump’s objections.
The New York State Public Services Commission (PSC) has halted the approval process for new power lines intended to channel offshore wind energy to New York City. This decision stems from President Trump’s opposition to such projects, according to the commission. This move poses significant challenges for the state’s Green Energy Act, impacting the momentum […]
Fishermen in New York City urge Trump to reconsider the offshore wind farm approval granted during the Biden administration.
Commercial fishing workers have asked President Trump to reconsider a wind project off the Long Island coast, voicing concerns that the Green Energy Initiative could disrupt their industry. On Tuesday, business and environmental groups convened at the Fulton Fish Market Cooperative in the Bronx to discuss how the proposed wind power could negatively impact both […]
Former estate of ‘Gone With the Wind’ star for sale in Beverly Hills
Anne Rutherford’s Beverly Hills Estate on the Market Anne Rutherford, known for her role as Carrene O’Hara in the classic 1939 film “Gone with the Wind,” has placed her historic 1930s estate in Beverly Hills up for sale, listed at $42 million. Rutherford and her husband, television producer William Dozier, resided in this French revival-style […]
Companies and environmental advocates aim to halt New York’s Empire Wind One offshore wind initiative
It’s uncharted territory out there. In an unusual collaboration, businesses and environmentalists are coming together in court to protest a significant offshore project in New York, claiming it threatens both commercial fishing and local marine ecosystems. “A decade ago, we warned about the effects on fishermen and fisheries, but the state ignored us,” stated Bonnie […]
Revised Senate bill cuts wind and solar benefits and introduces a new tax
A revised draft of the Senate Megaville legislation is set to decrease tax incentives for wind and solar energy while introducing new taxes on upcoming wind and solar projects. The initial draft, which Senate Republicans presented earlier this month, proposed cuts to credits for projects that didn’t commence construction by a specific date. However, the […]
RFK Jr. criticizes offshore wind farms for their negative impact on marine life while advocating for whales and ostriches, stating they are not economically sensible.
RFK Jr. Advocates Protection for Whales and Ostriches Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is making headlines with two surprising causes—whales and ostriches. Recently, he voiced his concerns about nearly 400 ostriches at risk due to avian flu in Canada. But on Sunday, he took his advocacy a step further, arguing that offshore windmills should be banned […]
Biden’s Aspirations for Offshore Wind Are Sinking as Trump Undermines the Industry
The offshore wind sector is reversing some of the policies from the Biden administration that aimed to enhance American marine industry, as President Trump brings back old policies. During his presidency, Joe Biden advocated for a robust expansion of offshore wind energy. However, many of the initiatives his administration supported, including subsidies and favorable regulations, […]
Federal judge plans to reject Trump administration’s request to dismiss lawsuit regarding wind project restrictions
Federal Judge Rejects Trump’s Motion in Wind Energy Lawsuit A federal judge in Massachusetts announced on Wednesday that he would reject a request from the Trump administration to dismiss a lawsuit concerning a blockage of a wind energy project. This legal challenge, led by New York Attorney General Leticia James, involves 17 states and Washington, […]
Three-year-old girl dies when trampoline lifted by unexpected strong wind
Reports indicate that a 3-year-old lost her life after being hurled from a trampoline that was swept into the air by an unexpected gust of wind in a British backyard last month. Felicity Kekin mentioned that during a hearing on Thursday, officials and witnesses described how a “mini tornado” lifted a netted trampoline over a […]
Large Offshore Wind Project Stalled
Recent reports indicate that a significant offshore wind project planned off the coast of New Jersey is being scrapped, following the developer securing a key Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) permit in March. Atlantic Shores filed to terminate its contract with state utility regulators on June 4, aiming to provide electricity for New Jersey. The company […]