Ørsted’s Sunrise Wind Files Lawsuit Over Trump Suspension, Citing Billions at Risk

Ørsted’s Legal Challenge

Sunrise Wind LLC, a subsidiary of Danish offshore energy giant Ørsted, has filed a complaint and a motion for a preliminary injunction in U.S. District Court in Washington, D.C.

This lawsuit challenges the Trump administration’s December 22, 2025 order suspending construction on the Sunrise Wind offshore wind project.

What Happens Next?

Ørsted’s motion for a preliminary injunction means a judge will soon weigh whether to block the order temporarily while the lawsuit proceeds, a key early test of the case.

The legal outcomes could set important precedents for federal authority over energy infrastructure and influence investor confidence in large renewable projects across the United States.