Trump Signals End to Wind Energy Expansion in Second Term

The president-elect criticized wind turbines as costly, reliant on subsidies, and harmful to marine life, raising concerns for the renewable energy sector.

President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to halt new wind turbine construction during his administration, citing economic and environmental concerns.
Trump argued that wind energy is excessively expensive, heavily subsidized, and lacks widespread public support, calling turbines 'garbage' and 'litter.'
He claimed offshore wind projects are contributing to whale deaths, though marine experts and federal agencies have found no evidence supporting this assertion.
The announcement has already impacted global markets, with European wind energy stocks falling sharply amid fears of U.S. regulatory changes.
Renewable energy advocates and analysts warn that Trump's policies could slow the momentum of wind energy growth but note that existing projects may continue unaffected in the short term.