Empire Wind is a planned offshore wind farm in the New York Bight off the coasts of New York and New Jersey, U.S., approximately 15–30 miles (24–48 km) south of Long Island. It is being developed by a 50–50 joint venture between Equinor (Norway) and
The Trump administration has paused construction on the Empire Wind project off Long Island, raising concerns about New York's renewable energy goals and local job creation. The project, which aims to power 500,000 homes, has faced criticism for its cost and environmental impact. Mayor Adams is urging the revival of the initiative.
The renewable energy sector is grappling with significant challenges as major projects like Equinor's Empire Wind and Ørsted's Hornsea 4 are halted or canceled. Political decisions and economic pressures are impacting the industry's growth and the UK's clean energy targets for 2030, prompting calls for strategic investment and a phased approach to project delivery.