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President Trump's proposed bill aims to dismantle key tax incentives, which have been instrumental in driving billions in private investment and creating more than 11,000 jobs in Virginia. United's Harry Godfrey spoke with Inside Climate News, stating that the rollback of these incentives would threaten to stall Virginia's progress in renewable energy development, economic growth, and job creation, undermining efforts to create a more reliable and affordable energy future.

Despite President Trump's recent pause of new offshore wind projects, fully permitted, existing wind projects in New England are unlikely to be impacted. MassLive spoke with several advanced energy experts, including United's Jeremy McDiarmid who highlighted that current offshore wind developments in Massachusetts and the surrounding areas are on track to contribute significantly to the region's clean energy goals.

New Jersey Monitor reports on President Trump's recent memorandum that will temporarily pause most of New Jersey's offshore wind projects, with the potential for long-term freezes if the administration rescinds previous approvals under the Biden presidency. United's Jeremy McDiarmid spoke with the publication, stating that while there may be some project delays depending on the length of the federal government's review, the offshore wind industry's overall strength remains evident.

CT Mirror discusses the potential challenges that Connecticut and the broader New England region may face in advancing their clean energy initiatives under the second Trump Administration. United's Jeremy McDiarmid spoke to the progress of offshore wind projects in Connecticut, highlighting that New England states will have to continue to lead to meet their energy goals, amidst shifts in political power.

As the nation looks ahead, the offshore industry remains resilient in the face of potential challenges. The Boston Globe spoke with several offshore wind experts, including United's Jeremy McDiarmid, who emphasized that, while there may be some project delays, the offshore wind industry's overall strength remains evident. He also discussed how investments in renewable energy sources, like offshore wind, contribute to economic and job growth, as well as help position the US as a global leader in advanced energy development.

In reaction to President-elect Trump's plans to end offshore wind development immediately as part of his second term, Canary Media interviewed several clean energy experts, including United's Jeremy McDiarmid, who spoke to the challenges the offshore wind industry may face in the coming years under new leadership.

Connecticut has not yet joined its neighbors in the multi-state offshore wind proposals. United's Kat Burnham authored an opinion piece for the CT Mirror calling on Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont to join the neighboring New England states, and take advantage of a key opportunity to reduce energy costs, create thousands of local jobs, and position Connecticut as a leader in the economy.

Utility Dive examines the expected impact of a second Trump presidential term on the future of the Inflation Reduction Act and offshore wind projects. United's Harry Godfrey predicted initiatives under the new administration are unlikely to significantly hinder the growth of renewable energy, highlighting that the ongoing clean energy transition has the potential to lower consumer energy bills and help reduce inflation in the long term.

The Boston Globe discusses the recent developments in offshore wind farms in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, highlighting the significant investment and progress being made by both states to expand their offshore wind capacity, enhance renewable energy sources, and reduce carbon emissions. In the article, United's Kat Burnham praised the efforts made by Governor Healy administration in Massachusetts to support new wind farm projects.