PDCC Green Team

Earth Day 2026

Friday April 24, 2026 @ 7 PM
at Peace Dale Congregational Church

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Offshore Wind Energy is HERE

What Does It Mean for Our Ocean, Wildlife & Community?

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Light refreshments will be served

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Speaker: Dr. Barbara Sullivan-Watts – Senior Marine Research Scientist (Emerita), URI; Co-author, RealOffshoreWind.com

More than 100 offshore wind turbines are now generating power for Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Massachusetts—but what are the broader impacts?

Join us for a science-based discussion exploring key questions:

• How effective is offshore wind as a renewable energy source?

• What are the impacts on whales, fish, birds, and marine ecosystems?

• How might this development affect local communities and fisheries?

Drawing on decades of research and the latest findings from the U.S. and Europe, Dr. Sullivan-Watts will offer a clear, balanced perspective on both the benefits and concerns of offshore wind development.

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Join Green Team!

 

The Green Team focuses on environmental issues through projects and community activities. If you are interested, contact George Faucher or Don Hermes.

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Green Life Articles

• December 2024 - Environmentally Conscious Christmas Tips

• PDCC made a commitment to go solar to reduce energy costs and consumption. The church solar system is providing electricity for the church building.

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