AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoClean Energy Procurement: Rhode Island Energy conditionally selected 150 megawatts from a proposed northern Maine wind project, part of a regional push that could deliver the biggest onshore wind farm in New England. Land Conservation: DEM and The Nature Conservancy conserved 27 acres in Tiverton, linking Pocasset Ridge Conservation Area to Pardon Gray Preserve and Weetamoo Woods, using a U.S. Forest Service Forest Legacy easement plus private support. Wastewater Upgrades: The Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank closed a $45 million loan for Westerly’s first phase of wastewater treatment modernization, including odor control, clarifier rehab, aeration improvements, and wet-weather bypass work. Wildlife & Habitat: A Barrington community update says coyote sightings have dropped sharply since a February blizzard, with residents speculating whether the animals didn’t survive or moved on. Coastal Flooding Focus: Rep. Lauren Carson will present Point flooding survey results at a Sept. 15 neighborhood meeting, highlighting stormwater flooding, sea level rise, and insurance gaps. Energy Use Tools: Rhode Island Energy rolled out Sense app access for customers with advanced meters, aiming to help residents spot energy waste and cut bills.
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