Quonset firm reaped millions in state energy incentives. Now it backs McKee’s plan to gut them.

By: Nancy Lavin

Outlets: Rhode Island Current

Published: February 11, 2026

Words: 1,480

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 6 days ago

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“No more silent costs,” Gov. Dan McKee proclaimed Monday at an event in Warwick before signing an executive order to roll back state renewable and energy efficiency programs to save ratepayers money on their monthly bills.

Behind him stood leaders of the state’s top manufacturing companies. Each stepped up to the podium to bemoan rising energy costs during the 20-minute press conference. Except one.

John Ranieri, senior director for corporate engineering for Toray …

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