Tuesday, September 15, 2026

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For energy sources, it pays to diversify

Many people might have difficulty locating the small nation of Tajikistan in Central Asia on a map. A former Soviet republic located in a...

‘Green’ compliance tough in ‘red’ economy

In today’s “red” economy, some may argue that green real estate is a passing fad. However, all signs indicate just the opposite: Green is...
THE EDC HAS RELEASED a plan for boosting the green economy in Rhode Island. Above, workers in Utah install solar panels. /

EDC unveils plan for green R.I. economy

WARWICK – A state working group is calling for pumping millions into developing a green economy, imposing stricter building codes for energy efficiency, aiming...
The average price of self-serve, unleaded regular gasoline in Rhode Island stood at $2.71 per gallon on Monday, according to AAA Southern New England. /

R.I. gas prices fall as oil moves past $70

PROVIDENCE – Gasoline prices in Rhode Island have fallen for the third week in a row, AAA Southern New England reported Monday. The auto club’s...
FLOOD WARNING: Google Earth shows the potential for flooding in Boston in 2100, as part of the “Seasons of Change” exhibit. /

Exhibit shows flooding risk from warming

The year is 2100. Rising world temperatures have pushed up the North Atlantic’s sea level. Then a Category 2 hurricane strikes Boston, bringing with...
CYCLING IN: Dan Tasho and Justin Reid, right, of Office Recycling Solutions, wrap 
computer monitors to ready them for shipment to be recycled. /

Recycling days boost nonprofits’ visibility

Call them the bake sales of the 21st century. From chambers of commerce to churches, nonprofit organizations are finding Michael Mancuso and his e-waste...
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STAC grants $1.1M to research partners

PROVIDENCE – The R.I. Science and Technology Advisory Council on Wednesday awarded $1.1 million in grants to six collaborative research projects statewide. The awards will...

Gov’s budget cuts aid, offers hiring credit

PROVIDENCE – Gov. Donald L. Carcieri on Tuesday unveiled a $7.51 billion proposed state budget for 2010-11 that would continue drastic cuts in local...
WEST MAIN ROAD would be redeveloped to reduce congestion under the West Side Master Plan local officials released in 2005. /

Navy to give up 260 acres on Aquidneck

PORTSMOUTH – After more than a year of waiting, the U.S. Navy plans to make official this week its decision to give up 260...
The average price of self-serve, unleaded regular gasoline in Rhode Island stood at $2.72 per gallon on Monday, according to AAA Southern New England. /

Gas prices lower after oil ends Jan. down

PROVIDENCE – Gasoline prices in Rhode Island have fallen for the second week in a row, AAA Southern New England reported Monday. The auto club’s...
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