Clean Water Action Rhode Island
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Working to protect the environment and public health in Rhode Island for over thirty years. We're building solutions to plastic pollution. cleanwater.org/RI
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Get Toxic Heavy Metals Out of Personal Care Products!
Toxic heavy metals like lead, cadmium, and arsenic don’t belong in the products we put on, or in, our bodies, but sadly, studies have found these toxic metals in products like tampons. It’s time to ge...
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TAKE ACTION: Toxic heavy metals don’t belong in the products we put on, or in, our bodies, but sadly, studies have found them in products like tampons. It’s time to get them out! Send a message to your legislators! It takes less than 3 minutes. act.cleanwater.org/page/184411/...
3pm. State House library.
"Gov. McKee has criticized the president for being hostile to offshore wind and putting the nation off track to meet climate goals. Yet this budget runs the same destructive play, dismantling the very policies that make clean energy affordable and viable."
"Gov. McKee has criticized the president for being hostile to offshore wind and putting the nation off track to meet climate goals. Yet this budget runs the same destructive play, dismantling the very policies that make clean energy affordable and viable."
February 11, 2026 at 7:55 PM
3pm. State House library.
"Gov. McKee has criticized the president for being hostile to offshore wind and putting the nation off track to meet climate goals. Yet this budget runs the same destructive play, dismantling the very policies that make clean energy affordable and viable."
"Gov. McKee has criticized the president for being hostile to offshore wind and putting the nation off track to meet climate goals. Yet this budget runs the same destructive play, dismantling the very policies that make clean energy affordable and viable."
Starting soon! The path to affordability is clean, local energy plus energy efficiency, NOT leaving Rhode Islanders stuck on imported fossil fuels. Let's invest in Rhode Island!
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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...
actionnetwork.org
February 11, 2026 at 7:14 PM
Starting soon! The path to affordability is clean, local energy plus energy efficiency, NOT leaving Rhode Islanders stuck on imported fossil fuels. Let's invest in Rhode Island!
actionnetwork.org/events/clean...
actionnetwork.org/events/clean...
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Consumer products shouldn't poison us.
Or contaminate the environment forever...
#banPFAS
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Or contaminate the environment forever...
#banPFAS
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The toxic legacy of Georgia’s carpet empire
The Georgia carpet industry’s long use of PFAS, known as forever chemicals, polluted drinking water and the environment across swaths of the South.
apnews.com
February 11, 2026 at 7:09 PM
Consumer products shouldn't poison us.
Or contaminate the environment forever...
#banPFAS
apnews.com/projects/pfa...
Or contaminate the environment forever...
#banPFAS
apnews.com/projects/pfa...
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Governor McKee's initiative to lower ratepayer energy costs seems more like political theater than effective policy
But that doesn't make the effort less contentious, as environmentalists and business exceutives stake out opposite sides of the issue...
steveahlquist.substack.com/p/governor-m...
But that doesn't make the effort less contentious, as environmentalists and business exceutives stake out opposite sides of the issue...
steveahlquist.substack.com/p/governor-m...
Governor McKee's initiative to lower ratepayer energy costs seems more like political theater than effective policy
But that doesn't make the effort less contentious, as environmentalists and business exceutives stake out opposite sides of the issue...
steveahlquist.substack.com
February 10, 2026 at 3:31 AM
Governor McKee's initiative to lower ratepayer energy costs seems more like political theater than effective policy
But that doesn't make the effort less contentious, as environmentalists and business exceutives stake out opposite sides of the issue...
steveahlquist.substack.com/p/governor-m...
But that doesn't make the effort less contentious, as environmentalists and business exceutives stake out opposite sides of the issue...
steveahlquist.substack.com/p/governor-m...
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Our recent study on lobbying and testimony against climate action in RI. My observation is that having leveled the bureaucracy and commitments of the USA at the federal level, the howitzer of anti-climate pressure is being leveled at the states. Even the blue ones. ecori.org/lobbyists-op...
Lobbyists' Opposition to Climate Legislation Has Profound Effect, Brown University Report Finds - ecoRI News
There is often aggressive opposition to climate legislation from Rhode Island’s main utility company and business interests.
ecori.org
February 8, 2026 at 2:28 PM
Our recent study on lobbying and testimony against climate action in RI. My observation is that having leveled the bureaucracy and commitments of the USA at the federal level, the howitzer of anti-climate pressure is being leveled at the states. Even the blue ones. ecori.org/lobbyists-op...
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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.
actionnetwork.org/events/clean...
actionnetwork.org/events/clean...
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...
actionnetwork.org
February 4, 2026 at 9:37 PM
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.
actionnetwork.org/events/clean...
actionnetwork.org/events/clean...
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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
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
🚨More than 300 legislators from across the country just sent a clear message to Congress: do not weaken the Toxic Substances Control Act.
RI legislators are HEAVILY represented because RI families don't want rollbacks to chemical safety protections! #TSCA @saferstates.bsky.social
RI legislators are HEAVILY represented because RI families don't want rollbacks to chemical safety protections! #TSCA @saferstates.bsky.social
February 4, 2026 at 8:03 PM
🚨More than 300 legislators from across the country just sent a clear message to Congress: do not weaken the Toxic Substances Control Act.
RI legislators are HEAVILY represented because RI families don't want rollbacks to chemical safety protections! #TSCA @saferstates.bsky.social
RI legislators are HEAVILY represented because RI families don't want rollbacks to chemical safety protections! #TSCA @saferstates.bsky.social
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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...
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
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...
www.canarymedia.com/articles/off...
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"A crisis emerges across the US as ‘forever chemicals’ quietly contaminate drinking water wells." Read the full article about ongoing PFAS contamination in Stella, Wisconsin: apnews.com/article/pfas...
A crisis emerges across the US as ‘forever chemicals’ quietly contaminate drinking water wells
The roughly 40 million Americans who get drinking water from wells are at particular risk when harmful forever chemicals contaminate the supply.
apnews.com
February 2, 2026 at 3:33 PM
"A crisis emerges across the US as ‘forever chemicals’ quietly contaminate drinking water wells." Read the full article about ongoing PFAS contamination in Stella, Wisconsin: apnews.com/article/pfas...
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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
📍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
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
📍Senate Lounge, RI State House
🗓️ Tues, Feb 3rd
🕜 1:30pm — 2:15PM
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.
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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
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...
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...
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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.
Suggested arrival time is 1:20pm. RSVP at the link below.
February 2, 2026 at 2:51 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.
Suggested arrival time is 1:20pm. RSVP at the link below.
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Less than 24 hours after Vineyard Wind secured a win in federal court that lifted the project suspension, it sailed its 62nd and final turbine tower out of the Port of New Bedford on a brutally cold Wednesday morning.
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Vineyard Wind’s final turbine tower heads out of New Bedford port - The New Bedford Light
It’s been more than two years of stops and starts, but the project is in the home stretch now that a federal court lifted a recent Trump suspension.
newbedfordlight.org
January 28, 2026 at 7:24 PM
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Diversifying our energy sources is actually how we stabilize our energy rates -not expanding existing, antiquated system.
Regardless of if you care about climate change - cutting energy efficiency & doubling down on gas at the detriment of local businesses & local jobs doesn't make economic sense.
Regardless of if you care about climate change - cutting energy efficiency & doubling down on gas at the detriment of local businesses & local jobs doesn't make economic sense.
AnderBois argues that blame for rising utility bills rests with RIE's insistence on maintaining & upgrading its natural gas infrastructure instead of pivoting toward all renewables. (The law allows utilities to make a profit on infrastructure investments.)
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www.providencejournal.com/story/news/p...
Power play: RI candidates on utility bills and McKee's rate relief plan
Gov. Dan McKee isn't the only one with proposals to bring down RI's high energy bills.
www.providencejournal.com
January 27, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Diversifying our energy sources is actually how we stabilize our energy rates -not expanding existing, antiquated system.
Regardless of if you care about climate change - cutting energy efficiency & doubling down on gas at the detriment of local businesses & local jobs doesn't make economic sense.
Regardless of if you care about climate change - cutting energy efficiency & doubling down on gas at the detriment of local businesses & local jobs doesn't make economic sense.
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Read about a new report from @climatedevlab.bsky.social, led by IBES Professor @timmonsroberts.bsky.social ⤵️
Since 2022, no major legislation responding to or tackling the climate crisis has emerged from the General Assembly. The reason for the slowdown? Aggressive opposition to climate legislation from Rhode Island’s main utility company. buff.ly/byb3VrH
January 20, 2026 at 4:48 PM
Read about a new report from @climatedevlab.bsky.social, led by IBES Professor @timmonsroberts.bsky.social ⤵️
Excited to welcome @rawalshjr.bsky.social back to our Clean Water Action Advisory Board!
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Bob Walsh Returns to Clean Water Action Advisory Board
Clean Water Action has announced the return of long-time labor leader, and Breakfast of Champions emcee extraordinaire, Bob Walsh, to their Advisory Board.
cleanwater.org
January 22, 2026 at 5:49 PM
Excited to welcome @rawalshjr.bsky.social back to our Clean Water Action Advisory Board!
cleanwater.org/releases/bob...
cleanwater.org/releases/bob...
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Just a reminder that Rhode Island still does not have a bottle deposit program. I collected the contents this container on a 1 block walk around my house. It's mostly beverage containers. The rest of New England (except NH) has figured this out. @savethebayri.bsky.social
January 20, 2026 at 4:31 PM
Just a reminder that Rhode Island still does not have a bottle deposit program. I collected the contents this container on a 1 block walk around my house. It's mostly beverage containers. The rest of New England (except NH) has figured this out. @savethebayri.bsky.social
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Oceans keep setting new heat records (by the zettajoule), raising the cost to us of fossil fuel’s climate crisis.
Ocean Warming Breaks Record for Ninth Straight Year - Inside Climate News
Every second of last year, the Earth’s oceans absorbed the equivalent in energy to 12 Hiroshima-sized atomic bombs. Global ocean heat content (OHC) increased for the ninth consecutive year in 2025, a...
insideclimatenews.org
January 21, 2026 at 6:21 PM
Oceans keep setting new heat records (by the zettajoule), raising the cost to us of fossil fuel’s climate crisis.
Flagging this great event from @climateactionri.org, Sen Ujifusa, and Rep @jenniferboylanri.bsky.social! Learn how we can make large fossil fuel companies pay for cleanup and damages they have caused in RI based on their carbon emissions over the last three decades.
actionnetwork.org/events/mpp-ri/
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 7:36 PM
Flagging this great event from @climateactionri.org, Sen Ujifusa, and Rep @jenniferboylanri.bsky.social! Learn how we can make large fossil fuel companies pay for cleanup and damages they have caused in RI based on their carbon emissions over the last three decades.
actionnetwork.org/events/mpp-ri/
actionnetwork.org/events/mpp-ri/
Take action! The chemical industry is pushing a bill that would roll back federal protections from toxic chemicals. Tell Congress: Protect people, not polluters!
#PolluterProtectionAct #TSCA #PFAS #phthalates
@toxicfreefuture.bsky.social @saferstates.bsky.social
act.cleanwater.org/page/183420/...
#PolluterProtectionAct #TSCA #PFAS #phthalates
@toxicfreefuture.bsky.social @saferstates.bsky.social
act.cleanwater.org/page/183420/...
Protect the Toxic Substances Control Act from the Chemical Lobby!
The chemical industry is lobbying hard to undermine the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) protections, which bans harmful chemicals and upholds the right of states to implement laws stronger than th...
act.cleanwater.org
January 20, 2026 at 6:31 PM
Take action! The chemical industry is pushing a bill that would roll back federal protections from toxic chemicals. Tell Congress: Protect people, not polluters!
#PolluterProtectionAct #TSCA #PFAS #phthalates
@toxicfreefuture.bsky.social @saferstates.bsky.social
act.cleanwater.org/page/183420/...
#PolluterProtectionAct #TSCA #PFAS #phthalates
@toxicfreefuture.bsky.social @saferstates.bsky.social
act.cleanwater.org/page/183420/...
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During the federal government shutdown, CWA’s Jon Scott visited Petrified Forest National Park and got a behind-the-scenes look at ReThink Disposable’s work to reduce single-use waste through park concessions: https://cleanwater.org/2026/01/06/exploring-reuse-at-petrified-forest-national-park
During Government Shutdown: Exploring Reusable Solutions at Petrified Forest National Park
Even with the park officially closed, I was able to get a tour showcasing all the different sustainable practices at Petrified Forest National Park. Read about the exciting changes being made as a result of Clean Water Fund’s ReThink Disposable collaboration with the park concession there.
cleanwater.org
January 14, 2026 at 6:02 PM
During the federal government shutdown, CWA’s Jon Scott visited Petrified Forest National Park and got a behind-the-scenes look at ReThink Disposable’s work to reduce single-use waste through park concessions: https://cleanwater.org/2026/01/06/exploring-reuse-at-petrified-forest-national-park
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Great interview with Laborers Local 271 member Antonio Gianfrancesco about working on offshore wind projects.
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Preliminary injunction allows Revolution Wind workers to resume
YouTube video by WPRI
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January 13, 2026 at 10:18 PM
Great interview with Laborers Local 271 member Antonio Gianfrancesco about working on offshore wind projects.
youtu.be/UuINTSa7ULg?...
youtu.be/UuINTSa7ULg?...
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Some great news to start the new year! 👏
Toxic bisphenols don’t belong in everyday products. Washington’s new rule keeps these harmful chemicals out of receipts, protecting the health of cashiers and shoppers. This is a great example of state leadership. #StatesInTheLead
Toxic bisphenols don’t belong in everyday products. Washington’s new rule keeps these harmful chemicals out of receipts, protecting the health of cashiers and shoppers. This is a great example of state leadership. #StatesInTheLead
🏆 WA just became the 1st state to ban all bisphenols in receipt paper & other thermal paper—protecting workers & shoppers from a hidden source of chemical exposure.
This is what health-protective policy looks like: proving we don’t have to accept toxic chemicals as the cost of doing business.
This is what health-protective policy looks like: proving we don’t have to accept toxic chemicals as the cost of doing business.
Washington state’s first-in-the-nation ban on toxic bisphenols in receipts takes effect - Toxic-Free Future
Washington state’s first-in-the-nation ban on toxic bisphenols in receipts takes effect; rule protects cashiers, shoppers, and families from hormone-disrupting chemicals.
toxicfreefuture.org
January 14, 2026 at 12:15 AM
Some great news to start the new year! 👏
Toxic bisphenols don’t belong in everyday products. Washington’s new rule keeps these harmful chemicals out of receipts, protecting the health of cashiers and shoppers. This is a great example of state leadership. #StatesInTheLead
Toxic bisphenols don’t belong in everyday products. Washington’s new rule keeps these harmful chemicals out of receipts, protecting the health of cashiers and shoppers. This is a great example of state leadership. #StatesInTheLead