The Trump administration reversed course last week and allowed a $5 billion offshore wind project to proceed, but the industry still faces a difficult political environment.
In a patch of calm water off the Port of Long Beach, 1,000-foot wind turbines would be assembled before they’re towed out to sea.
Economics has frustrated efforts to expand the turbine fleet and meet clean energy goals. But the industry is adjusting.
More offshore wind projects are being approved, but many are also running into economic and logistical challenges.
