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Rhode Island Faces Winter Energy Crisis | Providence News
Rhode Island Energy’s proposed 15% electricity rate hike this winter—driven by grid costs, global conflicts, and soaring natural gas prices—is sparking urgent action. Governor Dan McKee has declared an energy affordability emergency, unlocking $28 million from the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative to cushion the blow for over 450,000 households, covering the full $61 average increase. While the Public Utilities Commission must approve the plan, McKee’s move comes as demand for energy assistance surges, with United Way reporting nearly five times more calls than last year. Meanwhile, the…
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