U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced the withdrawal or termination of $679 million in federal funding for 12 offshore wind projects, redirecting funds toward shipbuilding, ports, and core infrastructure. The move is part of the Trump administration’s broader push to prioritize maritime dominance and traditional energy over offshore wind initiatives.
- A total of 12 offshore wind projects were withdrawn or terminated across the DOT and Maritime Administration.
- Withdrawals included $427M from Humboldt Bay Offshore Wind (INFRA program) and $176M from six Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) projects.
- Terminated projects totaled $75M, including the Salem Wind Port ($33.8M) and Redwood Marine Terminal ($8.7M).
- The administration said funds will be recompeted for critical port upgrades and infrastructure improvements.
- Duffy called offshore wind projects “wasteful” and pledged to redirect resources toward revitalizing U.S. shipbuilding and reliable energy projects.
- Key withdrawn projects include Sparrows Point Steel Marshalling Port, Arthur Kill Terminal, and Norfolk Offshore Wind Logistics Port.
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