Massachusetts wind project Vineyard Wind 1 is under fire from both Texas conservatives and Nantucket officials, with federal permits now on the line. (Utility Dive)
The Texas Public Policy Foundation petitioned six federal agencies to revoke the 800 MW project’s construction approval, citing legal deficiencies and a 2024 blade failure that scattered debris on Nantucket beaches.
Nantucket officials also issued 15 demands for Vineyard Wind, including a $10M cleanup escrow, faster emergency alerts, and regular public updates.
Zoom out: If the petition succeeds, it could set a precedent for rolling back more than a dozen projects already approved or in construction.