OER has launched and is advancing a number of energy rebate incentive programs and projects that are supporting the State's clean energy economy and emissions reduction efforts. Check out OER’s latest video and learn more about the OER programs and rebate incentives available:

Installation milestone at the Bristol Armory! New rooftop solar and battery storage are now installed at the Rhode Island National Guard's Bristol Armory. The Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources and the Rhode Island National Guard worked together to develop this project, which pairs a new 52 kW rooftop solar array with a 120 kW / 587 kWh battery energy storage system. Together, they give the armory clean, on-site power and backup capability to keep critical operations running when the grid goes down. The project was co-funded with proceeds from the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI), putting carbon market revenue back to work strengthening the resilience of a facility Rhode Islanders count on in emergencies. Thank you to the Rhode Island National Guard team and our installation partners for reaching this milestone.

Rhode Island’s clean energy economy needs skilled people, and OER is investing in programs that help them get there. One of those efforts is the Training for Residential Energy Contractors (TREC) program. Funded by a $1.15 million U.S. Department of Energy grant, TREC is helping Rhode Island build the contractor workforce needed to deliver home energy efficiency and electrification upgrades. Working with partners including Skills for Rhode Island’s Future, Building Futures, and Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI), TREC aims to: *Reduce the cost of training skilled employees; *Provide testing and certifications of contractors trained and educated to install home energy efficiency and electrification technologies; and *Partner with nonprofit organizations to develop and implement a State-sponsored workforce program. These goals include expanding the state’s Clean Energy Internship Program to high school students, who can intern with energy-efficiency companies during the summer through the PrepareRI program hosted by Skills for Rhode Island’s Future. They also include providing pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship opportunities for new and incumbent workers in the heat pump industry through partnerships with CCRI and Building Futures.

The Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources is pleased to announce the completion of the Collette Travel Services EV charging project in Pawtucket. The project, supported through the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Phase 2A Community Charging Expansion Program, adds two publicly accessible Level 2 charging stations with four charging ports at 162 Middle Street. Available 24/7, this new infrastructure expands charging access for EV drivers while supporting Rhode Island's transition to a cleaner transportation future and advancing the state's clean transportation goals.

Join the Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources (OER) at Green Energy Consumers Alliance’s Electric Trunk-or-Treat on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at India Point Park in Providence. Stop by the OER table to learn about Rhode Island’s clean transportation rebate programs and get your questions answered by our team. The free, family-friendly event will also feature electric vehicles and e-bikes, trick-or-treating, apple cider and donuts, and opportunities to talk with EV drivers about their experiences. Learn more and RSVP: eventbrite.com/e/electric-tr…

Over September 2026, our solar and wind installations produced 123.7 MWh of electricity, avoiding 58.9 tons of CO2 and saving Rhode Island taxpayers $27,590.

The Office of Energy Resources (OER) and Community College of Rhode Island (@CCRINews) announce today the development and launch of a new HVAC/R and Heat Pump Workforce Training Program. OER is providing $200,000 to CCRI to develop a new energy training program that is scheduled to launch in the summer/fall of 2027. The OER funding will be used for CCRI to establish a hands-on instructional environment equipped with field-installable ducted and ductless heat pump systems, modern diagnostic instrumentation, and electrical learning systems. Over the past few years, OER has secured and launched over $90 million in heat pump incentive programs, with over 5,000 heat pump installations awarded as of September 2026. Developing the state's heat pump workforce is important for the state's growing clean energy economy, reducing thermal emissions and advancing our Act on Climate objectives. The CCRI program and curriculum for 2027 will be designed to support individuals interested in these energy career pathways and build the skilled workforce capacity necessary to support the state’s building electrification and heat pump efforts.

Rhode Island’s DRIVE EV rebate program continues to support electric vehicle adoption across the state and support the objectives of Act on Climate. Since the program launched in July 2022, DRIVE EV has issued 3,776 rebates and provided more than $7.5 million in EV incentives to Rhode Islanders. The program provides rebates for eligible battery electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, with additional incentives available through DRIVE+. OER’s interactive DRIVE EV dashboard provides the latest program data, including rebates over time, vehicle types, program breakdowns and geographic information. The dashboard is updated monthly. View the latest DRIVE EV statistics: drive.ri.gov/statistics/driv…

Rhode Island’s NEVI network is taking shape! With more than 100 EV charging stations planned across NEVI-funded projects statewide, Rhode Island continues to expand its EV charging network, bringing more publicly accessible charging infrastructure to communities and supporting the state’s Act on Climate objectives. Projects are in various stages of development, construction, and completion, with additional charging stations continuing to come online. Take a look at our latest NEVI snapshot highlighting progress across Rhode Island.

OER is happy to partner with Green & Healthy Homes Initiative (GHHI) on the Providence Whole House + Electrification Pilot program. Since the program launched in November 2025, 45 homes have received health and safety repairs, with 23 homes having completed weatherization to date. The pilot addresses pre-weatherization barriers, such as knob-and-tube wiring, mold, asbestos and moisture intrusion that too often cause low-income households to be deferred from weatherization programs. Once these barriers are resolved, homes are returned for weatherization services, with a subset also receiving electrification upgrades to improve indoor air quality and reduce long-term energy burden and greenhouse gas emissions. The program reflects GHHI's mission of ensuring every home is healthy, safe and energy efficient, and OER's mission of expanding access to clean, affordable energy for all Rhode Islanders. OER is excited to advance this from a pilot program to a long-term OER program effort with GHHI heading into 2027. Pre-weatherization challenges should no longer be a barrier for households looking to access weatherization, energy efficiency and electrification improvement opportunities.

ChargeRI provides rebates for the purchase and installation of Energy Star-certified Level 2 and DC Fast Charging (DCFC) stations at multi-unit dwellings, publicly accessible commercial sites, municipalities and workplaces. Expanding EV charging infrastructure statewide is a critical step in advancing electric vehicle adoption, reducing transportation emissions and supporting Act on Climate. Here are the latest developments since the ChargeRI program launched in June 2026: For full program details and the latest data, visit: drive.ri.gov/statistics/char…

The Office of Energy Resources (OER) today launched the $32 million Home Owner Managing Energy Savings (HOMES) Program. The U.S. Department of Energy approved the launch of the program, which will support heat pump installations in income‑eligible multifamily housing. The new heat pump program builds upon OER's active Clean Heat RI and New England Heat Pump Accelerator Mid-Stream Incentive Programs, which are supporting household heat pump installations across the State, reducing thermal emissions, advancing our Act on Climate objectives, and supporting an important sector in the State’s clean energy economy. OER has over $90 million in ongoing program investments supporting the State’s household electrification and heat pump installations in the coming years. Rhode Island is the first New England state to launch the HOMES Program, and the first state in New England to have both the federal Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate (HEAR) Program and HOMES Rebate Program active. Learn more at: energy.ri.gov/incentives/hom…

Brighter Classrooms, Lower Energy Bills: Rhode Island’s Public School Energy Equity Program Over the last few years, the Office of Energy Resources has been improving public schools through its Public School Energy Equity Program. This initiative upgrades outdated lighting and heating systems, helping schools use less energy and creating long-term savings for school operations. To date, 54 schools across nine districts and three public charter schools have received improvements, with over $19 million invested and 27,000 students benefiting. The program has supported schools in Providence, Woonsocket, West Warwick, Pawtucket and Central Falls. It continues to expand, with more projects in progress to deliver brighter classrooms and lower school energy bills over the long term.

The OER Lead by Example team is advancing energy benchmarking across state and public school properties, tracking and analyzing energy use to identify opportunities for greater efficiency. Better data supports better decisions, helping reduce energy use and emissions while improving the performance and resilience of public buildings. Explore OER’s progress through our interactive Energy Benchmarking Dashboard: energy.ri.gov/leadbyexample/…

Rhode Island’s Clean Energy Internship Program connects college students interested in clean energy careers with Rhode Island employers seeking emerging talent. Managed by the Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources and the Renewable Energy Fund, the program offers paid 12-week internships that give students hands-on professional experience while helping employers build Rhode Island’s clean energy workforce. Since launching in 2019, the program has connected more than 200 students with approximately 40 participating clean energy employers. Learn more about the Clean Energy Internship Program and opportunities for students and employers: refinternships.commerceri.co…

Energy storage is an important part of advancing Rhode Island’s energy goals and Act on Climate objectives. Check out the latest data from OER’s Energy Storage Rebate Program dashboard: energy.ri.gov/storage/energy…

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: energy.ri.gov/incentives/hom…

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: energy.ri.gov/storage/energy…