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Federal Judge Orders Pentagon to Lift Freeze on Wind Power

NYT > Science·August 6, 2026
Federal Judge Orders Pentagon to Lift Freeze on Wind Power

A federal judge has ordered the Pentagon to lift its freeze on wind power projects, which had been in place since April. The Defense Department's halt on military reviews for wind projects had stalled dozens of projects across the United States. The judge's ruling is expected to allow these projects to move forward, potentially boosting the development of wind energy nationwide. The Pentagon's freeze had been a significant obstacle for the wind industry, and its lifting may help to accelerate the growth of renewable energy.

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