Publication date: April 13, 2024
Offshore Wind Energy Debate Intensifies with Whale Deaths

Offshore Wind Energy Debate Intensifies with Whale Deaths

Recent whale fatalities have reignited debates over the environmental impact of offshore wind farms

Renewables

The discovery of a humpback whale in New Jersey with severe injuries has spurred renewed scrutiny over the expansion of offshore wind energy projects. Environmentalists and policymakers are concerned about the potential risks these projects pose to marine wildlife, which could impact approvals and regulations in the sector moving forward.