To: Governor Gina Raimondo
Rhode Island: lagging on solar
Environment Rhode Island
Too much of our energy comes from dirty fossil fuels that pollute our air and contribute to global warming. Luckily, the sun gives us the resources we need to create jobs and supply pollution-free energy right here on our own rooftops.
I urge you to set bold long-term goals for solar energy in Rhode Island, and to pursue plans and policies that incentivize solar production, lower barriers to installation, and require more renewable energy in Rhode Island's energy mix.
I urge you to set bold long-term goals for solar energy in Rhode Island, and to pursue plans and policies that incentivize solar production, lower barriers to installation, and require more renewable energy in Rhode Island's energy mix.
Why is this important?
Solar energy is taking off on rooftops across the nation and in New England, providing pollution-free energy to homes, businesses, and schools, while helping to build a thriving industry. However, Rhode Island seriously lags in solar energy production compared to other Northeast states.
Fortunately, there’s no secret to expanding solar. With ambitious and achievable commitments from Rhode Island lawmakers—and the right policies and programs to back them up—Rhode Island can step up and join the nation’s solar leaders.
Fortunately, there’s no secret to expanding solar. With ambitious and achievable commitments from Rhode Island lawmakers—and the right policies and programs to back them up—Rhode Island can step up and join the nation’s solar leaders.