A program designed to finance projects to make commercial buildings more energy efficient is growing in Rhode Island. Thirteen more municipalities are…
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Regional Power Manager Warns Of Future Grid Vulnerabilities In New England
As natural gas gets diverted for home and other heating this winter, the head of New England’s electricity grid is warning about possible future risks…
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Future Of Connecticut’s Clean Energy Program Is In Question
Connecticut is home to several fuel cell manufacturers whose products are competitive on the global market. But state officials still overlooked fuel…
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The Pulse: In Recovery On A Secluded Island Off The Cape Cod Coast
About a dozen miles off the coast of Cape Cod sits a rustic island named Penikese — part of the Elizabeth island chain. A hundred years ago, Penikese…
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Connecticut Energy Decision Places Renewable Projects Over Gas Pipelines
A decision by Connecticut energy officials could have a major impact on New England. The decision pulls the plug on plans to construct more natural gas…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
We’re heading into the home stretch ahead of Rhode Island’s November 8th election. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips…
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New England States Advance Clean Energy Projects
A trio of New England states has selected projects that will add about 460 megawatts of renewable energy to the region’s market in the next few years….
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An American Offshore Wind Market Is Here
Has little Rhode Island become the center for offshore wind power in the United States? Sure seems like it. The nation’s first offshore wind farm will…
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Warren RI Named Great American Neighborhood
The town of Warren, Rhode Island has been named one of America’s 5 Great Neighborhoods. The American Planning Association on Monday recognized Warren’s…
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The Big Switch: The Humble Water Heater As Energy Storage Star
Renewable energy has grown to nearly 10 percent of New England’s energy mix. But here’s the problem: we can’t control when the sun shines and the wind…