For Immediate Release: April 21, 2026
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BALTIMORE – Moments ago, a federal judge for Massachusetts District Court ruled in favor of Renew Northeast and eight regional industry associations, issuing a preliminary injunction, striking down the need for Secretarial reviews, enhanced procedures or targeted bottlenecks issued last year by the Department of the Interior for wind and solar permits. The Plaintiffs successfully established both present and imminent economic harms resulting from each of the DOI’s new requirements against more than 57 GW of renewable capacity that have been “cancelled or placed at material risk of delay…jeopardizing $905 million in sunk capital investments.”
In response, Oceantic Network has released the following statement from CEO Liz Burdock:
“Today’s ruling is another decisive affirmation that the current administration’s blanket actions against renewable energy are unlawful — and another major victory for American workers, American businesses, and our nation’s energy future. Offshore wind continues to demonstrate its critical role in lowering energy costs, strengthening grid reliability, and unlocking billions in new investments in American steelmaking and shipbuilding.
“This decision invalidates another attempt to stall homegrown energy. Offshore wind is ready to build, and ready to deliver reliable, affordable power to millions of American families, but its full benefits are being held back. We commend Renew Northeast and all plaintiffs, including Oceantic members, who stepped forward to defend American businesses, energy consumers, and the integrity of our energy permitting process.”
This latest ruling follows a wave of recent court victories against the administration’s attempts to slow offshore wind. Most recently, five offshore wind projects under stop-work orders issued December 22, 2025, by the Department of the Interior have resumed offshore construction activities. Last month, a federal judge denied claims brought by DOI to delay these proceedings. The cases will advance to summary judgment as scheduled. In December, a federal judge vacated the Administration’s previous permitting pause, ruling it unlawful.
Operating offshore wind projects in the Northeast are proving their value, delivering reliable, affordable power based on real-world performance data. Projects are producing power during winter storms, cold snaps, and peak demand periods, when wholesale electricity prices are highest, and gas supplies are most constrained, saving millions of dollars per day while keeping the lights on.
Additional Information:
- Offshore Wind is Working Fact Sheet
- Oceantic Network National & State-Level Supply Chain Fact Sheets
For more information or to arrange an interview with an Oceantic spokesperson, contact us at [email protected].
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At Oceantic Network, we envision a thriving offshore energy industry powering strong economies. Offshore wind energy is the gateway to a host of other ocean renewables, including green hydrogen, wave energy, offshore solar, and more. Our collaborative member network advances the offshore renewable energy market and builds a robust supply chain of local companies. For more than a decade, Oceantic has grown alongside industry, setting the pace for an expanded view of what offshore renewable energy can deliver towards our nation’s energy mix. For more information about Oceantic membership, products and services, visit our websiteor follow us on LinkedIn.
