PHOTOS: Biden’s ‘ambitious climate goals’ go down in flames by popular beach

A groundbreaking green energy project in Nantucket, Massachusetts, once lauded by the Biden administration, now lies in ruins, polluting the pristine ocean and seashore. Exclusive images obtained by Fox News Digital reveal the shattered remains of an ocean wind turbine constructed by Vineyard Wind, a project approved by the Department of Interior in 2021.

The turbine was recently struck by lightning, causing it to catch fire and detach, leaving a trail of destruction just 14 nautical miles from Martha’s Vineyard. This comes just months after one of its blades dangerously fell into the Atlantic Ocean, releasing non-biodegradable fiberglass shards into the water and forcing the closure of six Nantucket beaches.

The Vineyard Wind project was hailed by the Biden administration as a major step towards achieving green energy goals and creating union jobs while combating climate change. However, the recent events have raised questions about the viability and safety of such projects.

Local residents, including Nantucket homeowner Dave Portnoy, expressed frustration and disappointment over the project’s failure. Portnoy criticized the negligence that led to the blade detachment and subsequent beach closures, highlighting the impact on families who had saved up for vacations in the area.

Further investigations revealed that the broken blade had a manufacturing defect that went unnoticed during inspections. With 66 other blades in the project potentially facing the same issue, Vineyard Wind has been ordered to remove all defective blades, adding to the project’s setbacks.

As concerns grow over the environmental hazards posed by failed green energy projects, experts warn of the potential risks associated with offshore wind turbines. The catastrophic failure of the Nantucket turbine serves as a cautionary tale for the future of green energy initiatives.

While the Biden administration has championed green energy projects, the recent events in Nantucket highlight the importance of thorough inspections and oversight to ensure the safety and effectiveness of such initiatives. As the project faces challenges and setbacks, it remains to be seen how the administration will address the failures and move forward with its ambitious climate goals.