Offshore Wind Industry Faces Headwinds as Projects Stall and Profits Falter

America's offshore wind power industry hitting new troubles
Major players struggling to produce profits from wind farms
Permitting and supply chain problems causing project delays
Turbine maker Siemens laying off workers amid falling demand
Growing local opposition and regulations hurting growth prospects

barrons.com

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