Dozens of U.S. wind energy projects are facing delays as Pentagon reviews remain pending, creating a bottleneck in approvals that were once routine. At least 30 onshore wind farms are affected, representing roughly 7.5 gigawatts of stalled capacity, according to the American Clean Power Association, as reported by Axios.
The reviews are meant to ensure turbines do not interfere with military radar or aviation systems. However, industry leaders say mitigation agreements are piling up without clearance. Jason Grumet called the situation “direct obstruction,” the report said.
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The delays come as the Trump administration pushes for AI-driven data center expansion, which requires significant energy supply. Critics argue the slowdown contradicts broader goals of improving permitting efficiency.
The report noted Trump’s longstanding opposition to wind energy, alongside efforts to scale back renewable projects. While some officials support onshore wind, uncertainty remains. The trade group has warned it may pursue legal action if approvals do not move forward soon.
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