Michael Schellenberger

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8/26/2025, 4:44:28 PM
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The scientist, who has decades of experience researching the marine environments of the East Coast, said, “From my lab, I can see the turbines 20 miles from here at Revolution Wind. I’m familiar with the ocean in this area and have been out there a lot. It’s not uncommon for us
Michael Shellenberger
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“If you were to ask a marine mammal scientist where we shouldn’t put offshore wind energy, they would say this area,” said the scientist, referring to the Revolution Wind project. “It’s what we call a ‘magical space’ for marine animals. We have a dozen marine mammal species and
Michael Shellenberger
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The scientist who authored the report works for the U.S. government’s National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), which is also known as NOAA Fisheries. It is part of the Department of Commerce, and which serves in an advisory capacity to the Department of the Interior on marine
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For years, the Biden Administration insisted that offshore wind energy projects complied with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the 1970 law that requires government agencies to use the best available science to evaluate the ecological impacts of major projects before
Michael Shellenberger
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Industrial wind energy doesn't kill whales, insisted the media. But a new report by a top government scientist reveals that the Biden admin. broke the law in approving Empire Wind, while Revolution Wind is in a crucial "magical space for marine animals" at risk of extinction.

The statement and accompanying images discuss the ecological impact of wind energy projects on marine environments, particularly focusing on whale populations and the legal compliance of these projects. The tone is critical of the government's actions, suggesting negligence in environmental protection.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement highlights potential harm to marine life, aligning with the principle of striving to do no harm. [+1]
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    It respects the privacy and dignity of individuals, focusing on public entities and environmental issues. [+1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement aims to promote understanding of environmental impacts, aligning with this principle. [+1]
  4. Principle 4:
    I will engage in constructive criticism and dialogue with those in disagreement and will not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments.
    The statement engages in constructive criticism of government actions, avoiding personal attacks. [+1]
  5. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    It uses influence to raise awareness about environmental and legal issues, contributing to societal betterment. [+1]