Energy (Renewable Energy)

passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 10, 2026

SR 3369: SENATE RESOLUTION EXTENDING THE REPORTING DATE AND AMENDING THE LANGUAGE OF THE SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION TO STUDY RENEWABLE ENERGY PROGRAMS

Extends the reporting and expiration dates of the special legislative commission to study renewable energy programs from February 13, 2026, to January 31, 2027, and said commission would expire on February 27, 2027.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill extends the timeline for a commission dedicated to studying renewable energy programs, indicating continued legislative interest and support for advancing renewable energy initiatives.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

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in committee · Rhode Island · Senate May 12, 2026

SB 3272: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- RENEWABLE ENERGY STANDARD

Requires the electric distribution companies to offer system owner/operators 30 year contracts, with various terms including guaranteeing the delivery of net metering credits valued at $0.19, with an annual escalation of 2.75%.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates 30-year contracts for renewable energy net metering credits, directly strengthening renewable energy infrastructure and protecting clean energy investments.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Solar

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died · Rhode Island · House May 12, 2026

HB 8519: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- RENEWABLE ENERGY STANDARD

Provides a definition for "Zero-emission resource" includes nuclear energy resources and large-scale hydro electric facilities and provides that such resources may be used to meet certain clean energy compliance requirements.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill expands the definition of zero-emission resources to include nuclear and hydro, enabling them to meet clean energy compliance requirements.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill expands the definition of zero-emission resources to include nuclear and hydro, allowing them to meet clean energy compliance, thereby advancing renewable energy goals.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Nuclear Renewable Energy

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died · Rhode Island · House Apr 14, 2026

HR 8299: JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING AN APPROPRIATION OF TWENTY MILLION DOLLARS

$20,000,000) TO SUPPORT GREEN ECONOMY AND CLEAN ENERGY BOND INITIATIVES (Authorizes the appropriation of the sum of $20,000,000 to support the green economy and clean energy bond initiatives.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates $20M to fund green economy and clean energy initiatives, directly advancing budget allocation for public programs.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly appropriates $20M to support green economy and clean energy bond initiatives, directly advancing renewable energy and clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill allocates $20M to support green economy and clean energy bond initiatives, directly advancing environmental protection and clean energy goals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Renewable Energy

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died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SB 2805: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- AFFORDABLE CLEAN ENERGY SECURITY ACT

Excludes nuclear power from the office of energy resources and division of public utilities from participation, procuring and entering into long-term contracts.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill restricts nuclear power participation in energy contracts, limiting clean energy infrastructure development and reducing energy security options.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Nuclear Renewable Energy

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in committee · Rhode Island · Senate May 12, 2026

SB 2764: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- RENEWABLE ENERGY STANDARD

Expands RI’s Renewable Energy Standard to include nuclear and hydroelectric power as eligible zero-emission resources and sets rules for how they qualify.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill expands renewable energy standard to include nuclear and hydroelectric power as zero-emission resources, advancing clean energy infrastructure and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill expands renewable energy standard to include nuclear and hydroelectric power as zero-emission resources, advancing clean energy goals and reducing emissions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Hydroelectric Nuclear Renewable Energy

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in committee · Rhode Island · Senate Mar 4, 2026

SB 2797: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- MORATORIUM ON NET METERING, LONG-TERM CONTRACTS AND SUBSIDIES FOR HEAT PUMPS

This bill would temporarily halt several renewable energy programs in Rhode Island starting January 1, 2027. It stops new net metering agreements that allow customers to sell excess solar or wind power back to the grid, prohibits the state from signing long-term contracts over five years for purchasing solar or wind energy, and bars state funds from subsidizing heat pump purchases or installation. These changes directly affect utility customers, energy providers, and state agencies that currently participate in or administer these programs. The legislation does not prevent existing contracts from continuing but blocks new enrollments in these specific renewable energy initiatives.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts renewable energy programs and cuts subsidies, reducing government spending on clean energy initiatives and limiting future funding allocations.85% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill halts renewable energy programs, stops net metering, bans long-term solar/wind contracts, and eliminates heat pump subsidies, directly restricting clean energy development.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill halts renewable energy programs, net metering, and heat pump subsidies, directly restricting clean energy adoption and environmental protections.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts renewable energy technology adoption by halting net metering, long-term solar contracts, and heat pump subsidies, limiting access to clean energy technologies.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Renewable Energy Solar Wind

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in committee · Rhode Island · Senate Mar 4, 2026

SB 2793: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC PROPERTY AND WORKS -- STATE PURCHASES -- LEAD BY EXAMPLE ACT

Takes several measures to lead by example by banning state purchases of plastic bottles, and requires state funds to be used to lease or purchase electric vehicles and renewable energy efficient technologies for use on state property.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill promotes fiscal responsibility through state purchasing policies, encouraging sustainable practices and energy efficiency which aligns with responsible budget management.75% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates state purchases of electric vehicles and renewable energy efficient technologies, directly promoting clean energy adoption and energy efficiency.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates state purchases of electric vehicles and renewable energy technologies while banning plastic bottles, directly advancing environmental protection and reducing pollution.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill promotes sustainable transportation by requiring state purchases of electric vehicles and renewable energy efficient technologies, advancing green transportation infrastructure.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Recycling Electric Vehicles

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died · Rhode Island · House Apr 9, 2026

HB 7541: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH AND SAFETY -- DETERMINATION OF NEED FOR NEW HEALTHCARE EQUIPMENT AND NEW INSTITUTIONAL HEALTH SERVICES

Requires all major hospitals within the state constructed or substantially renovated or expanded on or after 1/1/2028 to use renewable energy sources for power.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates renewable energy use for new hospitals, directly advancing renewable energy adoption in infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates renewable energy use for hospitals, reducing emissions and promoting clean energy infrastructure per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

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died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SB 2521: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC UTILITIES AND CARRIERS -- RENEWABLE ENERGY STANDARD

SB 2521 requires Rhode Island electricity providers (obligated entities) to gradually increase the share of renewable energy in their retail electricity sales, starting at 3% in 2007 and rising to 9.5% by 2032, with the goal of 100% renewable energy by 2033. The bill mandates that providers meet these targets for each electricity product sold to end-use customers, excluding voluntary renewable energy purchases by customers from counting toward the requirement (except in specific municipal aggregation plans). Compliance can be achieved by purchasing renewable energy credits (NE-GIS certificates) or making payments to a renewable energy development fund. The bill also directs the energy commission to assess in 2024 whether voluntary renewable purchases should be allowed to count toward the annual targets.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates increasing renewable energy targets (3% to 9.5% by 2032, 100% by 2033) for electricity providers, directly advancing renewable energy adoption.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates increasing renewable energy targets (3% to 100% by 2033), directly advancing clean energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel reliance.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

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