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The Washington court ruled that the US government lacked legal grounds to suspend the Revolution Wind offshore wind project, allowing Ørsted and Skyborn to complete the installation of the remaining seven turbines. This decision also impacts four other offshore wind projects, potentially saving a total of USD 32.9bn for developers. Ørsted, Equinor, and Dominion Energy have filed lawsuits against the construction halt, which was based on national security concerns.

Despite the ruling, Ørsted has not yet received permission to resume construction on Sunrise Wind and other projects, and further legal challenges from the US government are expected. The projects may not become operational until next year, and uncertainties remain regarding the government's stance on offshore wind development.