When the offshore wind project planned for Morro Bay was canceled as part of a deal with the Trump administration, something more than a contract died. A promise died. A future died.
Now, instead of clean energy powering California homes, the administration wants to drill for oil off our coast. Not because it solves our energy crisis. Not because it helps working families at the pump. But because it rewards the fossil fuel industry that bankrolled the politicians who killed the wind project in the first place.
Make no mistake: This was not a compromise. This was a surrender.
But here’s what breaks my heart the most. We’re going to have to look our kids and grandkids in the eyes, and they’re going to ask us: What did you do about climate change? When you knew, what did you do? I know what I can tell my grandchildren. I fought with every bit of strength I had. But those who traded away our wind future for oil leases and political favors? They’ll say nothing—and just offer their thoughts and prayers.
Now, is that something to celebrate?
Susan Callery
Arroyo Grande
This article appears in May 14-21, 2026.
