Climate & Environment
Perennial push for a state building energy benchmarking program is fueled by success story in Providence
Bills would cap profits, extend payment deadlines and pursue publicly owned utility company
Reducing carbon emissions from buildings – which account for 70% of the city’s energy usage – is a key piece of Providence’s goal of carbon neutrality by 2050
The winter fishing ban is crucial as it coincides with the months when whales are present along the New England coast
Mayor Jon Mitchell said the presidency has a four-year term but “the runway for climate change is a much longer one,” suggesting future presidents may revive support for the offshore wind industry
