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Building the climate movement in Rhode Island. Supporting 100% renewable energy, a sustainable earth, and environmental justice. @350.org affiliate.
ALERT: Gov. McKee’s Budget proposal for FY27 wants to roll back the renewable energy standard 17 years! Join us next week where we will highlight how these changes undermine the foundation needed to build a secure, stable, and AFFORDABLE clean energy future for RI.
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Clean Energy is Affordable Energy
Governor McKee’s FY 2027 Budget Proposal proposes significant rollbacks to renewables and energy efficiency, a disaster for our state's clean energy industry and long term energy affordability for rat...
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February 4, 2026 at 9:37 PM
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Kicked off RI's Make Polluters Pay launch event witg CARI for my Rhode Island Climate Superfund Act of 2026. This bill requires major fossil fuel polluters to help cover the costs of climate damages & invest in the infrastructure our communities need to prepare for what’s ahead. #MakepollutersPay
February 3, 2026 at 9:32 PM
5 for 5 👏 All 5 Offshore Wind projects affected by Trump's lease suspensions have now received temporary relief in court and have returned to construction.

www.canarymedia.com/articles/off...
Sunrise Wind can proceed, ending Trump’s offshore wind ban — for now
A judge cleared New York’s Sunrise Wind to resume construction, completing a string of court victories for wind developers after Trump’s December…
www.canarymedia.com
February 2, 2026 at 9:21 PM
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For the 100th anniversary of Black History Month,
we’re spotlighting Black leaders advancing clean water, public health, & Environmental Justice.
First: Colron Chambers, whose journey from organizer to National Board Chair reflects dedication, resilience, & service.
cleanwater.org/2026/01/28/b...
Black History Month Clean Water Champion: Colron Chambers
Black History Month marks its 100th anniversary—a century of honoring Black legacy, leadership, and excellence. Throughout February, Clean Water Action will proudly spotlight our Black Water Champions...
cleanwater.org
February 2, 2026 at 3:38 PM
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For everyone moaning, "Where will the money come frommmm" (to equitably survive & recover from climate disasters), here's one place!
Join us tomorrow at the RI State House, where we gather to send a clear message — It's time to hold make polluters pay! The event will kick off with a Q&A with Sen. Linda Ujifusa and Rep. @jenniferboylanri.bsky.social

📍Senate Lounge, RI State House
🗓️ Tues, Feb 3rd
🕜 1:30pm — 2:15PM
Make Polluters Pay — Rhode Island Action Hour
For too long, fossil fuel companies have made record profits while our communities pay the price for climate disasters. As extreme weather becomes more destructive and more expensive, it’s time to cha...
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February 2, 2026 at 2:48 PM
Both Senator Ujifusa and Rep Boylan will be present at the Rhode Island Action Hour tomorrow. They will answer any questions you have on the bill and explain the bill's impact to Rhode Islanders.

Suggested arrival time is 1:20pm. RSVP at the link below.
February 2, 2026 at 2:51 PM
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Sen. @lindaujifusa.bsky.social and Rep. @jenniferboylanri.bsky.social have reintroduced legislation requiring the largest fossil fuel companies to pay for climate-related damage already affecting Rhode Island’s infrastructure, public health and economy.

Learn more: rilegislature.gov/pressrelease...
January 31, 2026 at 1:59 PM
Join us tomorrow at the RI State House, where we gather to send a clear message — It's time to hold make polluters pay! The event will kick off with a Q&A with Sen. Linda Ujifusa and Rep. @jenniferboylanri.bsky.social

📍Senate Lounge, RI State House
🗓️ Tues, Feb 3rd
🕜 1:30pm — 2:15PM
Make Polluters Pay — Rhode Island Action Hour
For too long, fossil fuel companies have made record profits while our communities pay the price for climate disasters. As extreme weather becomes more destructive and more expensive, it’s time to cha...
actionnetwork.org
February 2, 2026 at 2:46 PM
mainemorningstar.com/2026/01/28/m... yes!

Now lets get RI to do the same. Join us next Tuesday for an event in support of a RI Climate Superfund Act: actionnetwork.org/events/mpp-r...
Maine advances climate superfund bill that would ask fossil fuel companies to pay • Maine Morning Star
Lawmakers in Maine moved forward with a climate superfund proposal that was designed to hold fossil fuel companies accountable
mainemorningstar.com
January 30, 2026 at 6:05 PM
Yesterday Vineyard Wind won an injunction against the Trump Admin in court! Now the fourth offshore wind farm that has successfully challenged Trump's orders that they stop work on the unsupported claim of "national security" concerns. A win for wind and the rule of law.

apnews.com/article/trum...
Judge rules Massachusetts offshore wind project halted by Trump administration can continue
A federal judge said Tuesday that a nearly completed Massachusetts offshore wind project can continue, as the industry successfully challenges the Trump administration in court.
apnews.com
January 28, 2026 at 1:25 PM
POSTPONING OUR MPP EVENT DUE TO THE SNOW STORM ❄️
details on new event soon
January 26, 2026 at 3:27 PM
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Frigid air and an impactful, disruptive winter storm are in the works for the weekend.

These kinds of events don’t happen despite a warming climate...they’re connected to it, especially when it comes to ice and snow totals.

A short 🧵to walk through the science together ⬇️
January 22, 2026 at 10:14 PM
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January 20, 2026 at 5:47 PM
Big Oil lied about climate change for decades. Now our communities are paying the price. Rhode Island can lead the way in demanding accountability. Join the movement to #MakePollutersPay. 👉 actionnetwork.org/events/mpp-ri/
Make Polluters Pay — Rhode Island Action Hour
For too long, fossil fuel companies have made record profits while our communities pay the price for climate disasters. As extreme weather becomes more destructive and more expensive, it’s time to cha...
actionnetwork.org
January 21, 2026 at 12:35 AM
For too long, fossil fuel companies have made record profits while our communities pay the price for climate disasters. Join us during Make Polluters Pay Week for a fun and informative event launching support for the Rhode Island Climate Superfund Act of 2026.
actionnetwork.org/events/mpp-ri/
Make Polluters Pay — Rhode Island Action Hour
For too long, fossil fuel companies have made record profits while our communities pay the price for climate disasters. As extreme weather becomes more destructive and more expensive, it’s time to cha...
actionnetwork.org
January 19, 2026 at 5:38 PM
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Thank you @climateactionri.org, @riaflcio.bsky.social, @whitehouse.senate.gov, @reed.senate.gov, @magaziner.house.gov, @amo.house.gov, Judge Lamberth & all the RIers who stood up to Trump's unfounded stop work order...again. When we fight, we win.
January 13, 2026 at 4:04 PM
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“This is BS, that’s all this is.” Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee responds to the Trump administration's latest attempt to halt the expansion of offshore wind. buff.ly/6Whpw8g
January 6, 2026 at 8:03 PM
Article out today in @ecorinews.bsky.social by our Yes to Wind Team Co-Lead @roselund.bsky.social

"What is “true” in the America that Trump is trying to build is not what is backed by fact and evidence. It’s what the boss said."

ecori.org/we-will-not-...
'We Will Not Have Climate Progress Without a Functional Democracy' - ecoRI News
What is "true" in the America that Trump is trying to build is not what is backed by fact and evidence.
ecori.org
January 6, 2026 at 1:30 PM
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Rhode Island lawmakers, labor leaders, and climate advocates rallied against the Trump administration’s suspension of five federal leases for offshore wind projects casting doubt on claims construction was halted over national security concerns.
‘Completely reckless’: R.I. lawmakers, labor leaders slam Trump administration’s suspension of offshore wind projects - The Boston Globe
“Please, for the love of God ... let us get back to work,” said Nick Reynolds, a journeyman industrial painter who has been working on Revolution Wind for three years.
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January 3, 2026 at 12:34 AM
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Yes to Jobs, Yes to Wind: Rhode Island workers and leaders push back against Trump’s offshore wind halt

The "Yes to Jobs, Yes to Wind" rally condemned federal action that threatens American jobs, raises energy costs, and weakens grid reliability

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Yes to Jobs, Yes to Wind: Rhode Island workers and leaders push back against Trump’s offshore wind halt
The "Yes to Jobs, Yes to Wind" rally condemned federal action that threatens American jobs, raises energy costs, and weakens grid reliability
steveahlquist.substack.com
January 3, 2026 at 1:48 AM
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Journalist @steveahlquist.bsky.social videos of the press conference and rally from @climateactionri.org today 👇👇👇
January 2, 2026 at 10:30 PM
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@climateactionri.org Director Jeff Migneault speaks about the affordability, reliability and durability of offshore wind- costing Rhode Islanders about 1/3 less on electricity than natural gas- and of course the role it plays in our critical fight against climate change. #YestoWind
January 2, 2026 at 4:40 PM
TOMORROW — show your support for union workers and a clean energy future. Say Yes to Jobs and Yes to Wind!

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Yes to Jobs, Yes to Wind Rally
Offshore wind plays an essential role in creating American jobs, lowering energy costs, and strengthening our regional energy system. We’re standing up to the Trump administration’s unlawful stop work...
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January 1, 2026 at 8:54 PM