Five Projects. Thousands of Workers. Affordable American Energy at Risk.
The federal pause on offshore wind construction has forced layoffs, halted billions in economic activity, and put affordable American power at risk. Congress can help reverse it—and YOU can help make that happen.
What’s at Stake if These Five Projects Stay Frozen
Affordability Impacts
Offshore wind is one of the fastest and most cost-competitive energy sources available today. Pausing five nearly complete projects means:
- 5.8 GW of power delayed, impacting the reliability of regional power grids from New England to Virginia
- Holds back affordable, reliable electricity for 2.5 million homes, enough to power Long Island, New York
- Ratepayers face higher long-term electricity costs due to the loss of a stable, fixed-price power source
- Uncertainty increases the risk across all energy sources—driving up electricity bills for residents
- Stalling $30 billion in fully permitted economic activity across the U.S.
Each month of delay increases power costs for millions of families along the East Coast.
The Real Economic Harm
American Jobs at Risk
Meet the workers affected by the pause. Thousands of American workers are impacted, including:
- 12,000+ workers directly tied to offshore wind buildout
- Thousands more in ports, steel manufacturing, and shipyards
- Union laborers and skilled workers
A National Supply Chain Stalled
41 states affected. 675 U.S. companies disrupted. Billions in American manufacturing frozen. The suspension jeopardizes:
- $11 billion in U.S. supply chain investments
- 1,000+ contracts with 675 American companies in 41 states
- New vessel orders or retrofits across steel mills and shipyards
The Grid Can’t Afford This Delay
Fewer fixed-cost energy sources equal higher risk of grid strain and long-term affordability challenges. Offshore wind is critical to:
- Keeping electricity prices stable and affordable
- Meeting fast-rising regional electricity demand
- Powering new AI, data center, and industrial loads
- Reducing dependence on volatile natural gas markets and prices
- Improving reliability during winter cold snaps and price spikes
Demand is rising. Prices are rising. Offshore wind helps control both.
Tell Congress: Let These Long Island Workers Finish the Job
The pause was sudden, unprecedented, and deeply harmful. Your voice can help reverse it.
Make your voice heard—use the Oceantic Outreach tool to contact your member of Congress today.
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