As Democrats and environmentalists press forward on offshore-wind-power projects, others remain worried about the potential harms to marine life.
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Environmentalists gather during a ‘Save the Whales’ rally calling for a halt to offshore wind energy development along the Jersey Shore in Point Pleasure, N.J., February 19, 2023.
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Is the environmental movement’s devotion to “saving the whales” coming into conflict with its support for offshore wind power?
The Biden administration has backed the expansion of offshore-wind-energy production by a factor of 714 by 2030. The plan, which enjoys support from the largest environmental groups, doesn’t mention its potentially negative environmental effects.
About the Author
Andrew Follett conducts research analysis for a nonprofit in the Washington, D.C., area. He previously worked as a space and science reporter for the Daily Caller News Foundation.
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Is the environmental movement’s devotion to “saving the whales” coming into conflict with its support for offshore wind power?
The Biden administration has backed the expansion of offshore-wind-energy production by a factor of 714 by 2030. The plan, which enjoys support from the largest environmental groups, doesn’t mention its potentially negative environmental effects.
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About the Author
Andrew Follett conducts research analysis for a nonprofit in the Washington, D.C., area. He previously worked as a space and science reporter for the Daily Caller News Foundation.
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