Construction of the 704 MW Revolution Wind offshore wind farm has reached another major stage, with the final turbine now installed in Rhode Island Sound.
Developer Ørsted confirmed on 17 September that all 65 turbines are in place at the project, located about 15 miles (24 km) south of Little Compton, Rhode Island. The project is being developed by Ørsted in partnership with Skyborn Renewables.
Installation completes the main turbine construction programme, although commissioning work is continuing across the wind farm. Ørsted said the project remains on course for commercial operation later this year.
Revolution Wind has already begun supplying electricity to the regional grid. Initial power deliveries started in March 2026, with the project continuing to increase generation as additional turbines are commissioned.
The wind farm is contracted to provide 400 MW to Rhode Island, with the remaining capacity serving Connecticut.
The construction milestone follows a period of disruption linked to changes in US federal policy. In August 2025, the US Department of the Interior ordered work on Revolution Wind to stop, citing national security concerns. Federal court proceedings subsequently allowed construction to resume.
The project has continued alongside a wider reassessment of offshore wind development in the US. Several projects have faced regulatory or political uncertainty, while some developers have withdrawn proposals.
Revolution Wind is also part of Rhode Island’s relatively short offshore wind development history. The 30 MW Block Island Wind Farm, comprising five turbines, became the first US offshore wind farm when it entered service in 2016.
With all 65 Revolution Wind turbines now installed, the remaining work is focused on commissioning and bringing the full generating capacity into operation. The project will become one of the larger offshore wind facilities serving the New England electricity system once those activities are complete.
