The US Department of Commerce has launched a national security investigation into imports of wind turbines and their components under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962. The investigation was initiated on August 13, 2025, and is intended to assess the impact of such imports on the country’s security. Public comments, data, and analyses related to the matter should be submitted to the Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security, Office of Strategic Industries and Economic Security. The submissions are to be made through the federal rulemaking portal.
The Department has outlined specific areas of focus, including current and projected demand for wind turbines in US, the capacity of domestic production to meet this demand, and the role of foreign supply chains. It is also examining risks linked to reliance on imports from a limited number of suppliers, the impact of foreign subsidies and unfair trade practices on US competitiveness, and the possibility of foreign governments using export restrictions as leverage.
Additionally, the investigation will consider the feasibility of strengthening domestic production capacity, the influence of existing trade policies, and whether the imposition of measures such as tariffs or quotas will be necessary. Other issues under review include the risk of foreign control of supply chains, the potential misuse of foreign-built wind turbines, and related national security concerns.
