New London, CT — New England leaders and labor groups are celebrating the restart of Revolution Wind, an offshore wind project that had faced a temporary legal halt but is now moving forward with construction in the Atlantic Ocean.
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The project, developed jointly by Ørsted and Eversource, is expected to be one of the region’s most significant renewable energy undertakings, capable of powering more than 350,000 homes across Connecticut and Rhode Island once completed.
After a federal judge lifted a pause on work, the excitement was immediate. Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont likened the project’s return to the revival of a popular late-night show, saying, “Jimmy Kimmel is back and Revolution Wind is back.”
Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee, standing near crews at New London’s State Pier, applauded the union workers already back on the job. “Thank you to the people who are banging on that building over there right now,” McKee said, referencing the construction noise in the background.
At the pier, massive wind turbine components—including blades and a generator—were staged for installation. The project will place 65 turbines about 15 miles off the Rhode Island coast and 32 miles southeast of Connecticut.
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Union leaders also joined the event, highlighting how projects like Revolution Wind provide not only clean energy but also well-paying, long-term jobs. Skilled trades, from electricians to dockworkers, are expected to see opportunities as the offshore wind industry scales up in the region.
Supporters say the project represents more than just renewable energy. It is also a demonstration of state-level climate leadership and the power of partnerships between governments, labor, and private industry. Both Connecticut and Rhode Island have set ambitious goals for carbon reduction, with offshore wind serving as a cornerstone of their clean energy strategies.
For many in attendance, the restart was a symbol of resilience. Offshore wind projects often face delays due to regulatory reviews, litigation, or permitting challenges, but state officials emphasized that Revolution Wind is now moving ahead at a crucial moment for New England’s energy future.
With construction back on track, the project is slated to deliver its first power by 2025, further reducing reliance on fossil fuels and bolstering grid reliability across the region.
Originally reported by Benjamin Storrow in E & E News.
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