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The Trump administration has decided to stop work on the Revolution Wind farm, a project that was almost completed. This wind farm was designed to deliver clean energy to homes and businesses in Rhode Island and Connecticut starting next year. It is part of a broader effort to increase renewable energy sources in the United States. The decision to halt the project has raised concerns among environmentalists and industry experts who believe in the importance of renewable energy for reducing carbon emissions and combating climate change.
The Revolution Wind farm was expected to generate enough electricity to power thousands of homes and businesses, supporting the local economy and providing jobs. The project was also seen as a key step in the transition towards more sustainable energy solutions. However, the halt has put these benefits on hold, raising questions about the future of renewable energy projects in the country.
This decision comes amid ongoing debates about the balance between traditional energy sources, such as coal and oil, and renewable sources like wind and solar power. Proponents of renewable energy argue that investing in projects like the Revolution Wind farm is crucial for the environment and the economy. Critics, however, point to the high costs and logistical challenges involved in such projects.
The pause on the Revolution Wind farm is a significant development in the U.S. energy landscape. It highlights the challenges of moving away from fossil fuels and towards cleaner, renewable energy sources. As the world grapples with climate change, the decisions made by governments regarding energy policy will have long-term impacts on both the environment and the economy.
📝 Vocabulary
- halt: to stop or pause
例文: “The company decided to halt production due to financial issues.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- halt production
- halt progress
- halt operations
停止する - renewable: able to be renewed or recycled
例文: “Wind and solar power are examples of renewable energy.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- renewable energy
- renewable resources
- renewable sources
再生可能な - emissions: gases released into the air, especially by vehicles and factories
例文: “Reducing carbon emissions is key to fighting climate change.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- reduce emissions
- carbon emissions
- harmful emissions
排出 - economy: the system of trade and industry by which the wealth of a country is made and used
例文: “The economy has been growing steadily over the past year.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- local economy
- global economy
- boost the economy
経済 - sustainable: able to be maintained at a certain rate or level
例文: “We need to find more sustainable ways to produce energy.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- sustainable development
- sustainable energy
- sustainable practices
持続可能な
✏️ Grammar Point
Present Perfect Tense – “The Trump administration has decided to stop work on the Revolution Wind farm.”
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💡 使用場面
（会話／ビジネスでの使いどころを日本語で記載: 現在完了形は、過去から今までの経験や結果について話す時に使います。）
📝 使用例文
“例: In a business meeting, you might say: ‘If we cut costs now, we can increase our profit margin next quarter.’”
❓ Listening Questions
- True/False: The Revolution Wind farm was completely finished when the Trump administration decided to halt it.
- MCQ: What was the primary purpose of the Revolution Wind farm?
a) To provide jobs in California
b) To reduce electricity costs
c) To supply clean energy to Rhode Island and Connecticut
d) To export energy overseas - MCQ: Why are some people concerned about the halt of the wind farm project?
a) It will increase oil prices
b) It delays the transition to renewable energy
c) It will cause air pollution
d) It will boost the coal industry
🔑 Listening Answersを見る
- False
- c) To supply clean energy to Rhode Island and Connecticut
- b) It delays the transition to renewable energy
📚 Reading Questions
- What was the expected impact of the Revolution Wind farm on local homes and businesses?
- Why do you think the Trump administration decided to halt the wind farm project?
- What does the word “sustainable” mean in the context of energy?
🔑 Reading Answersを見る
- It was expected to provide clean energy and support the local economy.
- The decision might be due to ongoing debates about energy priorities.
- Sustainable means able to be maintained at a certain rate or level.
🇯🇵 日本語での経済ニュース解説
トランプ政権は、ほぼ完成していたリボリューション風力発電所の工事を停止しました。この風力発電所は、来年からロードアイランド州とコネチカット州の家庭や企業に電力を供給する予定でした。再生可能エネルギーの利用拡大を目指す取り組みの一環として重要視されていましたが、今回の決定により、環境保護論者や産業専門家からの懸念が高まっています。日本でも再生可能エネルギーの利用拡大が進んでおり、今回のような国際的な動きが国内政策に影響を与える可能性があります。将来的には、持続可能なエネルギー転換が求められていますが、そのためには政府の一貫した政策と国際的な協力が必要です。
Source: https://www.npr.org/2025/08/23/nx-s1-5513919/trump-stops-offshore-wind-renewable-energy
