Bills would boost ‘net metering’
They call it “net metering.” When a customer generates power on site – with solar panels, say, or a wind turbine – the utility...
E.U. emissions-cut aims to spur U.S., China
The European Union’s vote last month to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 20 percent isn’t just meant to be an isolated action, but rather...
Kent County water study urges <br>statewide solution
Recent problems with water supplies, quality and costs have cast the Kent County Water Authority as the canary in the mineshaft: Its recent struggles...
Building alliances for a stronger marine economy
The topics ranged from climate monitoring, to the health and vitality of marine ecosystems, to the burgeoning aquaculture industry, to next-generation undersea military technologies,...
Energy conservation and ‘green’ options
Which, if any, of these alternative energy sources have you considered for your company?
* Solar panels – 6.9 percent
* A wind turbine –...
A powerful incentive that is necessary
Utility customers who generate their own electricity – say, through solar panels or a wind turbine – get a credit from the utility for...
Patrick unveils South Coast rail plan
DARTMOUTH – Gov. Deval Patrick today announced a plan to bring commuter rail service to Massachusetts’ South Coast by 2016.
“For nearly 20 years,...
First Lady accepts 2007 R.I. State Egg
WHITE HOUSE – Artist and product designer Joan Klatil Creamer of East Greenwich, who this year again was selected by the American Egg Board...
Firefighters honored for response to Motiva fire
PROVIDENCE – The members of the Providence Fire Department yesterday were honored by the U.S. Coast Guard for their “exemplary courage, dedication and leadership”...
Supreme Court: EPA must consider<BR> vehicle greenhouse-gas emissions
WASHINGTON – In a 5-4 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court yesterday condemned federal environmental officials’ “steadfast refusal to regulate greenhouse gas emissions,” saying it...
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