Oceantic Network Statement on Order Halting Construction of Empire Wind 1

In response to the Department of Interior’s (DOI) order halting construction activities on the fully federally permitted Empire Wind 1 project off the New York coast, Oceantic Network has released the following statement, attributed to Liz Burdock, president and CEO: 

“Stopping work on the fully federally permitted Empire Wind 1 offshore project should send chills across all industries investing in and holding contracts with the United States Government. Preventing a permitted and financed energy project from moving forward sends a loud and clear message to all businesses - beyond those in the offshore wind industry - that their investment in the U.S. is not safe. We urge the Department of Interior to lift this order immediately to restore a predictable and equitable environment for the buildout of critical energy resources that help secure our energy future and independence."

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