What is Rhode Island Doing to Save Energy

One Step Closer to Wind Energy

Here’s some info directly from the Governor’s website.  I think RI could be doing a lot more.    At the May 27th deadline, seven companies had submitted proposals to the State of Rhode Island to construct and operate an off-shore wind farm designed to generate 1.3 million megawatt-hours per year of renewable energy. “Every day, Rhode Islanders feel the financial pinch of heating and powering their homes. If we reach the goal I set of achieving 15% of our energy from wind, this burden will be relieved and we will reap long-term benefits for the environment.” the Governor said. Under Governor Carcieri’s plan, the state will review bids on the basis of total cost to Rhode Island ratepayers, the qualification and experience of the bidder in constructing wind projects, and the number of jobs and the amount of tax dollars to be created. The state plans to award a contract to the best bidder, who will then begin the process of seeking the necessary regulatory permits. An evaluation team will review the seven proposals over the next couple of months.