Biden Approves Major Offshore Wind Farm Off Massachusetts, Facing Local Opposition

• Biden administration approves massive 129-turbine wind farm off Martha's Vineyard coast as part of effort to boost renewable energy by 2030

• Project aims to combat climate change and create jobs, but faces opposition from some local groups over environmental impact

• Comes after years of delays under Trump, who mocked wind turbines and claimed they hurt property values and kill birds

• Part of rapid growth in offshore wind under Biden; goal is 30,000 megawatts by 2030

• Legal battles continue over other approved MA wind projects, but Vineyard Wind recently activated first turbine in January 2024