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Retired Navy commander Kirk Lippold contends that US offshore wind farms provide valuable training opportunities for military operations, especially in environments akin to those near China. He argues against the Trump administration's claims that offshore wind poses national security risks, asserting that these projects enhance operational capabilities through experience.

The Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project, featuring 176 turbines, may affect military operations in Virginia, home to key military installations. Lippold notes the geopolitical stakes involved with Taiwan and emphasizes that renewable energy development supports the military's global operational capacity while preserving fossil fuels for power projection.