Tag: blue economy
Time to reset ambitious blue economy plans
The good news is the state is not giving up on becoming a regional ocean technology/blue economy hub. The bad is that the dream...
UMass Dartmouth receives $8M in state funds for blue economy initiatives
DARTMOUTH – The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth has secured $8 million in funding from the commonwealth to support the university’s blue economy core research...
Has Raimondo forgotten her home state?
For the second time in an election year, Rhode Islanders’ hopes of benefiting from having a former governor in charge of the U.S. commerce...
On blue economy, R.I. needs to stay the course
When offshore wind giant Orsted A/S established its Providence hub in 2020, it sent a clear signal to the broader ocean economy, says Jeanine...
Parlange receives 5-year extension to remain as URI president
SOUTH KINGSTOWN – Marc B. Parlange will remain leading the University of Rhode Island for the foreseeable future.
The university announced Wednesday that its board...
Five Questions With: Lisa Carnevale
Lisa Carnevale | Vice president of innovation initiatives, R.I. Commerce Corp.
1. What are your priorities for Rhode Island’s federally designated Ocean Tech Hub?...
Ocean Tech Hub seeking project concept proposals
PROVIDENCE – A federally designated blue tech hub encompassing Rhode Island and Massachusetts has issued its first call for ocean technology projects.
The Ocean Tech...
Amo nominated for House Committee on Science, Space and Technology
PROVIDENCE – Recently elected U.S. Rep. Gabe Amo, D-R.I., is anticipating a spot on the House Committee on Science, Space and Technology, where he says he...
Pickell’s vision extends far beyond his own company
PBN 2023 Manufacturing Awards
STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP: Craig Pickell, CEO, Bullard Abrasives Inc.
Craig Pickell displays his leadership abilities in more ways than one.
First and foremost, Pickell...
Two hubs better than one when looking for job growth
For those wondering where post-pandemic job growth might come from in Rhode Island, there’s encouraging news on two fronts.
On Oct. 23, the state was...
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