A federal judge has granted Vineyard Wind 1 a preliminary injunction, allowing the project to bypass the recent "stop work" order issued by the federal government. The ruling is a critical victory for the 800 MW development, which is currently 95% complete and already partially generating power.
The court's decision enables the developers (Avangrid and CIP) to utilize a specialized installation vessel that is only available until March 31, 2026. Without this legal relief, the project faced significant financial risks and potential indefinite delays. The ruling follows similar injunctions granted to other major US offshore projects, challenging the administration's citations of classified national security concerns.
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