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This project delivers on the energy ambitions shared by the United States and New York by providing a vital new source of power to the region,
said Molly Morris, the president of Equinor Wind US
We have complied with this order. However, the order did not include any information about the alleged deficiencies in the approval,
Reitan said
Americans who live in New York and New England would see significant economic benefits and lower utility costs from increased access to reliable, affordable, clean American natural gas,
the Interior Secretary said in a post on social media platform X
New York's economic future is going to be powered by abundant, clean energy that helps our homes and businesses thrive,
she continued
I knew this critical project needed to move forward and have spent weeks pushing the federal government to rescind the stop work order to allow the workers to return and ensure this important source of renewable power could come to fruition,
Hochul saidI want to thank President Trump for his willingness to work with me to save the 1,500 good paying union jobs that were on the line and helping get this essential project back on track."
New York Governor Kathy Hochul said in a statementI would like to thank President Trump for finding a solution that saves thousands of American jobs and provides for continued investments in energy infrastructure in the U.S.,
said Anders Opedal, the chief executive of Equinor
After countless conversations with Equinor and White House officials, bringing labor and business to the table to emphasize the importance of this project, I’m pleased that President Trump and Secretary Burgum have agreed to lift the stop work order and allow this project to move forward,
Ms. Hochul said on Monday eveningI am not aware of any instance where a project of this sort that has gotten all its permitting has been legally halted,
said Joel Eisen, a law professor at the University of Richmond
It’s a rare moment when the Trump administration reverses itself, but what they did here was so egregious I think they had no choice,
Mr. Schumer said in an interview on MondayWe appreciate the fact that construction can now resume on Empire Wind, a project which underscores our commitment to deliver energy while supporting local economies and creating jobs,
Opedal said in a statement
I don’t understand what the end goal is in defeating something like this,
said Elizabeth Yeampierre, an environmental justice advocate in Brooklyn
We are in the middle of construction and spending a significant amount of money every week,
Molly Morris, the president of Equinor’s North American renewables division, told Ben