Green Energy Consumers

MARCH 16, 2023

We're excited to announce the start of something good in Rhode Island. Seven cities and towns have adopted “green municipal aggregation” as a way to add more renewable energy to their electricity supply affordably.

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Electrek

JULY 1, 2022

Rhode Island has passed a law requiring all of the state’s electricity to be offset by renewable energy by 2033 – the fastest timeline of any state in the US. The post Rhode Island sets fastest timeline of any US state to reach 100% renewable electricity [update] appeared first on Electrek.

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Electrek

JUNE 27, 2022

In June, Rhode Island’s House and Senate approved legislation, expected to be signed into law by Governor Daniel McKee (D-RI), that will require all of the state’s electricity to be offset by renewable energy by 2033 – the fastest timeline of any state in the US.

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Green Energy Consumers

JUNE 20, 2022

Rhode Island just passed legislation that requires the state’s electric suppliers to procure 100% renewable electricity by 2033, using the highest quality (“Class I” or “new”) Renewable Energy Certificates.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 3, 2014

To date, the DOI’s Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has awarded five commercial wind energy leases off the Atlantic coast: two non-competitive leases (Cape Wind in Nantucket Sound off Massachusetts and an area off Delaware) and three competitive leases (two offshore Massachusetts-Rhode Island and another offshore Virginia).

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Green Energy Consumers

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The propane industry has been advocating for the use of renewable propane to reduce emissions for their customer base. According to 2022 American Community Survey estimates, 153,000, or about 5 percent, of homes across Massachusetts and Rhode Island use propane as their primary heating fuel.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 14, 2014

This land area is larger than the State of Rhode Island and almost as large as the State of Delaware. The stationary fuel cell power plants manufactured by FuelCell Energy are fuel flexible, capable of operating on natural gas, on-site renewable biogas, or directed biogas. million acres of U.S.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 24, 2010

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) released a report outlining both the current state of renewable transportation fuels efforts in the US and a plan to develop regional strategies to increase the production, marketing and distribution of biofuels. RFS2 becomes effective on 1 July 2010. In 2009, the United States produced 10.75

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Green Energy Consumers

JULY 9, 2024

So it hurts to report that our beloved states, Massachusett s and Rhode Island, have carbon emissions going up, not down as their laws and the planet require. These sobering facts are a renewed c all to action for all of us. At Green Energy Consumers Alliance, we’re all about that “think globally, act locally” thing.

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Green Energy Consumers

JULY 29, 2024

Conducted by Hart Research between June 7-16, this poll surveyed over 1,200 registered voters in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, showcasing strong regional support for transitioning to clean, renewable energy sources.

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Green Energy Consumers

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

Green Energy Consumers Alliance serves GMA programs in 21 Massachusetts communities and seven Rhode Island communities by providing additional renewable energy above and beyond what is required by state laws.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

Among the program requirements are that each station dispense a minimum of at least 33% renewable hydrogen (per kilogram). In 2016, Toyota announced a collaboration with Air Liquide to develop and supply a phased network of 12 state-of-the-art hydrogen stations targeted for New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 10, 2017

This project aims to deliver stress-tolerant sorghum lines, addressing DOE’s mission in the generation of renewable energy resources. director of the Enterprise Rent-A-Car Institute for Renewable Fuels at the Danforth Center. —principal investigator Thomas Brutnell, Ph.D.,

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 1, 2014

First, the Hydrogen Fueling Infrastructure Research and Station Technology (H2FIRST) project is led by the Sandia Laboratories and the Department of Energy’s National Energy Renewable Laboratory. and Rhode Island. The H2FIRST project will complement California’s second national partnership, H2USA.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 31, 2009

Signing the Memorandum of Understanding were the Governors from Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Vermont. The states are collaborating with the Northeast States for Coordinated Air Use Management (NESCAUM).

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 20, 2015

Further, the deployment of hydrogen and fuel cell technology will also help meet carbon dioxide emissions reduction and zero emission vehicles (ZEV) requirements, and utilize renewable energy from indigenous sources such as biomass, wind, and photovoltaic (PV) power. Rhode Island. million ZEVs between 2018 and 2025, 1.24

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Green Car Reports

OCTOBER 18, 2016

Rhode Island is in the midst of deciding whether to continue getting a large portion of energy from fossil fuels, or to switch to renewable energy. The smallest U.S. state now faces a big question on energy policy. DON'T MISS: Dirty.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 27, 2016

The answer is to move to passenger vehicles that run on clean, renewable energy, and the Zero Emission Vehicle program that has been adopted by 10 states is key. In addition to California, the ZEV states are Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island and Vermont. New York: $7.9

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Green Energy Consumers

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

Under the Act on Climate , Rhode Island must meet 4 different emissions reduction mandates: 10% below 1990 levels by 2020 ; 45% by 2030 ; 80% by 2040 ; and net- zero emissions by 2050.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

Combined with AC Transit’s already-installed solar capacity, this solar installation will produce the renewable electricity equivalent to what will be required to produce 180 kg/day of green hydrogen. Rhode Island Public Transportation Authority – RIPTA, Rhode Island: $345,000.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 20, 2012

compressed natural gas (CNG) cylinder tracking system and Renewable. availability of transportation fuels across Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts and Rhode Island. The Fast Track to Ohio AFV Adoption project will streamline local and state. processes for alternative fuel vehicle (AFV) procurement; incorporate AFVs.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 1, 2017

In addition, a special prize for applied research was awarded to Dr. Stafford Sheehan for his excellent research in the area of new catalysts for renewable fuels. Dr. Stafford Wheeler Sheehan is founder and CEO of Catalytic Innovations in Adamsville, Rhode Island. Dr. Jennifer L.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 18, 2011

Given time and enough investment, some of the generation lost by shutting down nuclear plants could be made up by developing renewable resources and improving energy efficiency, but the size of the potential shortfall is daunting, the researchers said.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 26, 2021

DME as a Renewable Hydrogen Carrier: Innovative Approach to Renewable Hydrogen Production, $1,500,000. National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Providence, Rhode Island). BioBlend Renewable Resources (Elk Grove Village, Illinois). BioBlend Renewable Resources (Elk Grove Village, Illinois).

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Green Car Reports

MAY 27, 2015

When it comes to sites where renewable energy can have the biggest impact, it's best to look offshore. Islands are often cut off from mainland grid infrastructure, which drives up energy costs for the people who live there.

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Green Energy Consumers

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Meeting climate goals anywhere, including Massachusetts and Rhode Island, depends upon electrifying everything – cars, space heating, water heating, stoves, and clothes dryers. Combustion has to be phased out. Federal and state purchase incentives for many of those items help level the playing field on an up-front cost basis.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 16, 2016

Promote and demonstrate plug‐in electric vehicles through showcases in a variety of venues throughout New England: Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut and Vermont. Plug In America. Grid Modernization for Electric Vehicles (Area of Interest 2). Description. Federal funding. Electric Power Research Institute, Inc.

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Green Energy Consumers

MARCH 9, 2025

We are excited to launch the Consumers for Climate Podcast, now available on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , and Amazon Music ! This podcast reflects our mission to empower consumers and communities to make energy choices that speed a just transition to a zero-carbon world.

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EV Match

JANUARY 13, 2023

While it was set to expire at the end of 2021, the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022 renewed it for ten years. National Grid – Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island. Plus, the energy is sourced from 100% renewable energy. Homeowners can claim as much as $1,000 for their EV charging installation.

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Green Energy Consumers

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Revolution Wind 1 and the South Fork Wind projects off Rhode Island’s coast meet a critical need for large-scale carbon-free electricity generation in the Northeast. The climate crisis demands a fundamental cultural shift in our energy system.

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Green Energy Consumers

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Last week's national election was horrible for federal energy and climate policy. Green Energy Consumers Alliance is not chartered to engage in elections, but we are allowed to talk policy. So, we will.

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Green Energy Consumers

MARCH 31, 2025

We're thrilled to share our 2024 Annual Report , a testament to the power of community and unwavering commitment to a zero-carbon world. Amidst challenging national headwinds, our supporters and donors have been essential to our continued success.

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Baua Electric

JULY 1, 2024

The New England Wind 1 and New England Wind 2 projects together would have a total capacity of up to 2,600 MW of renewable energy that BOEM estimates could power more than 900,000 homes annually. The states are expected to announce the winners in August 2024.

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EV Life

MAY 5, 2023

2023 EV Tax Credit: Inflation Reduction Act Update When President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act on August 17, the US government renewed and expanded funding for EV tax credits through 2032. You should consult with a certified tax advisor before engaging in any EV transaction. How to determine if you can use the EV tax credit?

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 10, 2010

The legislation would also provide new incentives for domestic oil and gas drilling, nuclear power plant construction, carbon capture and storage, and renewable energy sources like wind and solar. Ultimately, the decision of whether to invest in renewable energy will be made by investors taking a cold, hard look at economic realities.

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Green Energy Consumers

MARCH 19, 2025

Rhode Island and Massachusetts have been at the forefront of the US offshore wind industry, and as the federal government presents new challenges, it is now more important than ever that our states continue to lead and do everything they can to support this vital resource.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 27, 2010

More than anything else, this economic and environmental tragedy—and it’s a tragedy—underscores the urgent need for this nation to develop clean, renewable sources of energy. We’ve talked about doing this for decades, and we’ve made significant strides over the last year when it comes to investing in renewable energy and energy efficiency.

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