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Canary Media · United States · One Big Beautiful Bill phases out wind energy IRA credits by 2027 and restricts 45X minerals credits from FEOC suppliers, while adding metallurgical coal
Reports wind-industry reaction to the OBBBA: the American Clean Power Association estimated 75,000 jobs at risk from the wind credit phase-out; solar credits are retained under the current Senate amendment process; offshore wind projects, which require longer permitting timelines, are particularly exposed because construction starts after 2026 are impossible for projects not already in advanced development.
“Wind industry estimates 75,000 jobs at risk from OBBBA's credit phase-out; solar credits retained; offshore wind most exposed.”