Rhode Island is falling behind on climate. Unless the state changes course, it will miss its 2030 mandate to cut emissions 45 percent and leave communities more vulnerable to higher energy costs, rising seas and extreme weather.
Recent federal rollbacks on clean energy and other climate-related funding only raise the stakes. The time for effective, coordinated action is now.
Ocean State Climate Alliance (OSCA) combines political know-how with professional, coordinated advocacy to elevate the voices of Rhode Island's clean energy and climate-tech companies and ensure the state delivers on the promise of its Act on Climate.
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MISSION
The Ocean State Climate Alliance works to accelerate Rhode Island's climate progress.
We do this by:
Building a broad coalition of business, civic, and government partners to clear barriers to climate solutions.
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Empowering leaders who will advance bold climate action.
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Partnering with state legislators and officials to enact practical, near-term solutions that meet the Act on Climate's goals, lower energy costs, and grow Rhode Island's economy.
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OSCA Business Council
The Act on Climate is transforming Rhode Island’s economy.
The OSCA Business Council ensures business and innovation leaders are at the table.
The Ocean State Climate Alliance Business Council meets this moment by combining policy expertise, business leadership, and political engagement in one coordinated effort.
POLICY DEVELOPMENT & IMPLEMENTATION
We partner with the legislature and state agencies to develop practical implementation pathways for the Act on Climate, ensuring business perspectives inform regulatory timelines, program design, and compliance frameworks.
INFORMATION & RESOURCES
OSCA provides members with early intelligence on policy changes, implementation roadmaps, and practical guidance on navigating new requirements, helping businesses plan effectively for the energy transition.
CROSS-SECTOR COORDINATION
We convene business, labor, environmental, and government leaders to identify barriers and align on solutions. We address challenges that no single company or organization can solve alone, including grid infrastructure and permitting, financing mechanisms, and workforce development.
OUR FOCUS AREAS
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Solar
OSCA advances practical solar solutions that cut red tape, improve permitting certainty, and unleash projects that deliver affordable power and local jobs for Rhode Islanders.
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Offshore Wind
OSCA recognizes offshore wind as a cornerstone of Rhode Island’s economy. We support offshore wind policies that strengthen the local supply chain, protect ratepayers, and deliver lasting economic benefits.
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Decarbonization
OSCA advances cost-effective decarbonization by aligning climate goals with market-ready, implementable solutions.
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Resiliency
OSCA strengthens Rhode Island’s energy resilience by supporting investments that strengthen our infrastructure and keep communities protected.