Rhode Island Clean Energy Guide
Rhode Island pioneered U.S. offshore wind with the Block Island Wind Farm and continues to lead New England's clean energy transition despite its small size.
Quick Stats
Source: American Clean Power Association, Q3 2025
Policy Overview
Rhode Island has a 100% Renewable Energy Standard requiring all electricity to come from renewable sources by 2033, one of the earliest such mandates in the nation. The state's Renewable Energy Growth Program supports distributed solar development.
Rhode Island is positioning itself as an offshore wind hub, with the Port of Providence serving as a staging area for offshore wind construction and the state pursuing additional offshore wind procurement.
Grid Operator
Rhode Island is served by ISO New England, which manages grid reliability and wholesale electricity markets for the six-state region.
Active Projects
Offshore Wind
The Block Island Wind Farm (30 MW) was America's first offshore wind project. Rhode Island continues to procure offshore wind capacity from larger regional projects.
Distributed Solar
The Renewable Energy Growth Program has supported significant rooftop and community solar development across the state.