The US District Court for the District of Columbia has granted Revolution Wind a preliminary injunction, allowing the offshore wind project to resume activities immediately. This decision comes in response to a suspension order imposed by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) in December 2025, which the court is now reviewing as part of ongoing legal proceedings.
Located in federal waters off the coasts of Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Martha’s Vineyard, Revolution Wind is a 704MW joint venture between Skyborn Renewables and Ørsted. The project, which has already secured all necessary federal and state permits, is nearly 87% complete, with most of its wind turbines installed and export cables operational. The project was initially expected to begin generating power as early as January 2026.
The BOEM’s suspension order, issued on 22 December 2025, followed an earlier directive on 22 August 2025. Revolution Wind challenged the suspension, arguing that it violates applicable laws and could cause significant harm to the project’s future. The company is now working towards a resolution with the US administration to ensure a swift and sustainable outcome.
“The suspension of this project could lead to higher electricity costs and decreased reliability in the region,” said ISO-NE, an independent grid operator. Revolution Wind is expected to provide electricity to more than 350,000 homes under long-term power purchase agreements with utilities in Connecticut and Rhode Island.
The project has already facilitated over two million union work hours and is part of Ørsted’s broader investment in energy infrastructure across more than 40 states. In a parallel development, Ørsted subsidiary Sunrise Wind is evaluating its options regarding a similar lease suspension issued by the BOEM in December 2025.
This legal battle highlights the complexities of offshore wind development in the US, where projects must navigate regulatory hurdles, environmental concerns, and national security considerations. The outcome of this case could shape the future of offshore wind energy in the region, influencing the pace of development and the reliability of the grid.
As the legal proceedings continue, the industry will be watching closely to see how this case unfolds and what implications it may have for other offshore wind projects in the pipeline. The resolution of this dispute could set a precedent for future developments, potentially accelerating or hindering the growth of offshore wind energy in the US.