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🗞️ Driving the news: A U.S. federal judge has struck down President Trump’s executive order that blocked wind energy projects, deeming it "arbitrary and capricious"
• The ruling favors a coalition of 17 states and Washington, D.C., led by New York Attorney General Letitia James, who argued the order violated U.S. law and hindered clean energy development
• Trump’s attempt to halt wind projects was part of his broader push to prioritise fossil fuels over renewable energy. The decision is hailed as a victory for green jobs and renewable energy investments
🔭 The context: Trump’s order, issued on January 20, aimed to pause leasing and permitting of wind energy projects on federal lands and waters, which are crucial for the U.S. to meet its climate goals and reduce reliance on fossil fuels
• Wind energy is the U.S.'s largest renewable energy source, providing 10% of the nation’s electricity.
🌍 Why it matters for the planet: The ruling ensures wind energy projects will continue, helping the U.S. meet its climate goals and reduce energy costs
• This ruling strengthens the case for clean energy and sustainability as key drivers for economic growth and job creation in the renewable energy sector
⏭️ What’s next: The ruling allows the states to proceed with investments in wind energy, ensuring projects are judged on their merits
• This decision sets a precedent for renewable energy development in the U.S. and could influence future policy for climate change and energy independence
💬 One quote: “Wind energy is good for our environment, our economy, and our communities,” said New York Attorney General Letitia James
📈 One stat: Wind energy now supplies 10% of the U.S. electricity
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