November 20, 2009

City to sell recycle bins on Saturday

Providence residents will be able to purchase recycling bins from the Department of Public Works at five satellite locations on Saturday.


October 21, 2009

Environmentalists oppose Narragansett wind turbine

The state says no final decision has been made on the project.


September 22, 2009

‘Grassoline’ could be green fuel of the future

Scientists are developing biofuels out of grass clippings and other organic waste.


September 21, 2009

Program trains people for ‘green’ jobs

A job training program in Providence prepares residents to work in the landscaping industry.


September 15, 2009

Students build fuel-cell roadster

Students at Ponaganset High School convert a vintage roadster replica to run on modern technology.


August 10, 2009

Full Channel recognized for ‘green’ efforts

A Rhode Island cable company has been recognized for its efforts to be environmentally friendly.


July 20, 2009

Business Talk: Making supply chain green

As companies go green, they’re going to expect the same from their suppliers.


June 26, 2009

Carcieri set to sign green energy bill

Gov. Don Carcieri is scheduled to sign legislation for Rhode Island’s emerging renewable energy industry that he says will make the state a “national leader” in the field.


June 19, 2009

Lincoln gets serious about recycling

The town of Lincoln is getting tough on trash.

Question: Do you recycle?

Do you recycle at home?


June 10, 2009

House passes ‘cash for clunkers’ bill

It’s up to the U.S. Senate after the House passes a bill hoping to boost auto sales.


June 04, 2009

Volunteers transplant eelgrass in Narragansett Bay

Volunteers go about shoring up the shoreline near Hog Island.

National Grid launches refrigerator buy back program

The new “Turn in and Recycling” program allows people to hand over old or inefficient fridges and freezers.


April 14, 2009

Shoes go green

Payless is selling products under its “Zoe&Zac” brand that uses organic cotton and linen, recycled rubber and water-soluble glues. 


March 25, 2009

Cicilline says new city buildings must be ‘green’

The mayor of Providence says all new city buildings have to meet “green” standards.

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