Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources

09/10/2026

The Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate (HEAR) Program continues to support long-term energy improvements and savings for income eligible households.

New federal programmatic guidance now prohibits fuel switching for appliances but opens the door for electric to more efficient electric conversions. There is also the HEAR Pilot Program available in East Bay municipalities for moderate income households to take advantage of the program.

OER will be expanding the Pilot Program to moderate income households statewide over the coming months.

Please check out the latest information and dashboard data on the program: https://energy.ri.gov/incentives/home-energy-rebate-programs/home-electrification-and-appliance-rebate-hear -stats

Attention Solar Installers and Sales Companies: Pursuant to R.I. Gen. Laws § 5-93-4, The Residential Solar Energy Disclosure and Homeowners Bill of Rights Act, all residential solar retailers operating in Rhode Island are now required to maintain an annual registration with the Department of Bu...

09/09/2026

The OER Energy Storage Rebate Program offers rebates for the purchase and installation of behind-the-meter battery energy storage systems up to 250 kW at Rhode Island homes and businesses. This rebate program supports the State’s energy storage objectives and clean energy economy. Check out the latest program dashboard data at: https://energy.ri.gov/storage/energy-storage-rebates/dashboard

09/09/2026

OER is advancing new Lead by Example projects that will support the installation of upgraded HVAC control systems at two Providence Public School District facilities: Juanita Sanchez Educational Complex and Nathan Bishop Middle School.

This project will modernize building automation systems to improve indoor air quality, reduce energy waste, and lower long-term operating costs, which supports healthier, more efficient learning environments for Providence students and staff.

OER continues to partner with municipalities and schools across Rhode Island to advance energy projects that benefit students and staff, and create long-term energy savings for schools and municipalities. Learn more about the Lead by Example Program’s offerings at: https://energy.ri.gov/leadbyexample

09/08/2026

Rhode Island’s 2025 Clean Energy Industry Report provides information on the State’s clean energy sector, including employment trends and demographic data. OER develops these annual reports in collaboration with the Renewable Energy Fund and BW Research Partnership, and they have tracked Rhode Island’s clean energy sectors since 2015, providing insight into changes in the industry over time.

2025 Rhode Island Clean Energy Industry Report:
https://energy.ri.gov/sites/g/files/xkgbur741/files/2026-08/2025%20Rhode%20Island%20Clean%20Energy%20Industry%20Report_0.pdf

Learn more and view the 2025 report and infographic:
https://energy.ri.gov/climate-change/clean-energy-jobs

09/08/2026

OER is advancing new Lead by Example projects that will support the installation of LED lighting across nine Providence Public School District facilities – Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School, E-Cubed Academy, George J. West Elementary School, Governor Christopher DelSesto Middle School, Leviton Dual Language School, Nathan Bishop Middle School, Reservoir Avenue School, The Sgt. Cornel Young Jr. & Charlotte Woods Elementary School, and Webster Avenue School.

These projects will support healthier, more efficient learning environments for Providence students and staff. These investments will also improve lighting quality, reduce energy waste, and lower long-term operating costs.

OER continues to partner with municipalities and schools across Rhode Island to advance energy projects that benefit students and staff and create long-term energy savings for schools and municipalities. Learn more about the Lead by Example Program’s offerings at: https://energy.ri.gov/leadbyexample.

09/04/2026

Rhode Island is expanding its electric vehicle charging station network.

OER, in partnership with the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance, is advancing a $2.36 million project to install new publicly accessible EV charging infrastructure at the Cranston and Wakefield DMV facilities. Construction is underway, with the new charging infrastructure scheduled to be operational in spring 2027.

The project will add 20 charging ports across the two locations, including 10 DC fast-charging ports and 10 Level 2 charging ports. Once completed, the stations will provide additional charging access for the public, State fleet vehicles, and State employees.

This OER Lead by Example project is a continuing effort to expand access to convenient EV charging across the State. Learn more about the Lead by Example Program’s offerings at: https://energy.ri.gov/leadbyexample

09/04/2026

OER has been advancing Lead by Example energy savings efforts with schools across the state. We recently completed Phase 2 of an LED lighting upgrade project across five Providence Public School District facilities – Roger Williams Middle School, Nathanael Greene Middle School, Hope High School, Lillian Feinstein Elementary School, and A-Venture Academy.

Phase 2 builds on the previously completed Phase 1 of the project, which delivered LED lighting upgrades at four schools within the district – Alfred Lima Elementary School, Central High School, Juanita Sanchez Educational Complex, and Leviton Dual Language School.

Combined, Phase 1 and Phase 2 represent a total investment of $2.9 million, resulting in an estimated 11,000,000 kWh in energy savings and a reduction of 7,400 tons of CO2 emissions over the lifetime of the equipment.

These projects will support healthier, more efficient learning environments for Providence students and staff. These investments will also improve lighting quality, reduce energy waste, and lower long-term operating costs.

OER continues to partner with municipalities and schools across Rhode Island to advance energy projects that benefit students and staff and create long-term energy savings for schools and municipalities. Learn more about the Lead by Example Program’s offerings at: https://energy.ri.gov/leadbyexample

09/04/2026

OER has posted its results to date (through July 2026) for its ongoing 2023 to 2028 Strategic Goals, highlighting progress toward a clean, affordable, reliable, and resilient energy future for Rhode Island. The Strategic Goals and Results provide a status update on advancements in solar, energy storage, heat pumps, energy efficiency and clean transportation program and policy efforts, in addition to the federal energy efficiency, solar, workforce, internship, and clean transportation funds secured and programs and projects launched.

Key milestones include securing more than $200 million in federal energy funds, expanding electric vehicle charging stations statewide, completing over 113 clean energy projects across state, municipal, and school properties, and launching first-time OER electric vehicle, energy storage, electric bicycle, heat pump and electrification programs that have collectively awarded over 10,000 rebates to constituents. OER has also launched public dashboards to track the progress and results of those respective energy programs.

Read the Strategic Goals and Results at:https://energy.ri.gov/sites/g/files/xkgbur741/files/2026-09/RIOER-Strategic-Goals-Results-2023-2028.pdf

09/03/2026

Regional energy collaboration with our neighboring states is critical to advancing Rhode Island’s energy objectives.

Check out OER’s latest video and learn more about our ongoing regional initiatives and procurement efforts: https://energy.ri.gov/resources/major-initiatives

09/03/2026

For households, there is now real-time electricity monitoring through the new Sense Home app, enabled by advanced meters installed across the state. This app provides insights into energy use, helping households identify consumption patterns and reduce energy usage. Eligible households may download the free app to begin tracking and managing their energy use more effectively. https://sense.com/rie/