AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoEnergy Costs: Rhode Island community groups expect a surge in requests for heating help as oil costs climb sharply, squeezing families and seniors. Offshore Wind: Officials celebrated Revolution Wind’s full operation: its 65 turbines can supply 704 megawatts to the New England grid, enough to power more than 350,000 homes in Rhode Island and Connecticut. Rhode Island is also joining a New England effort to explore importing offshore wind power from Nova Scotia. Permitting Debate: The Senate advanced a sweeping energy-permitting bill coauthored by Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, with final votes expected next week. Supporters say it could speed infrastructure; critics warn its limits on reviews and historic-preservation consultations could weaken public and tribal input. Recycling: Rhode Island is seeking public comment on a study outlining five options for a bottle bill and broader recycling changes.
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