Governor Carcieri to Announce Successful Developer For Rhode Island’s Off-Shore Wind Farm

09-24-2008

1:00 p.m. Thursday, September 25, 2008 Port of Davisville Quonset Business Park

Governor Donald L. Carcieri will announce the successful developer for Rhode Island’s off-shore wind farm at a press conference at the Port of Davisville on Thursday, September 25, 2008.

The successful developer will be chosen to construct a wind energy project off the shores of Rhode Island that will provide 1.3 million megawatt hours per year of renewable energy – 15 percent of all electricity used in the state.

“This announcement marks a major step to bring wind power to Rhode Island and to reach our goal of at least 15 percent of all electricity in the state be renewable energy,” said Governor Donald L. Carcieri. “Of the many forms of renewable energy alternatives available, wind is the proven leader. Wind power is clean, green power that is not subject to variations and increases in fuel price. Rhode Island’s is uniquely positioned to lead the nation with the development of this country’s first off shore wind farm.”

Exact Location and directions: Davisville South Bulkhead Enclave, adjacent to Pier One of the Port of Davisville at the Quonset Business Park

95South- Rte 4South -take exit 7a (Rte 403East) take Davisville Road exit. Follow 2.5 miles to end of Davisville Road.