Energy Profiles

Hattoy’s Nursery and Garden Center in Coventry, Rhode Island, is a great example of how an agricultural business can seamlessly integrate clean energy within its operations. A rooftop solar system installed in 2024 has been game-changing for the Hattoys’, lowering costs and inspiring new energy saving measures. Their experience with the system has proven that, for a family farm, “sustainability is survival."

Pat’s Pastured, a family-owned and operated farm located in East Greenwich, is paving the way for clean energy and sustainable agriculture. Since 2002, Patrick and Kelly McNiff have built their business on a shared passion for regenerative farming practices and environmental stewardship. Dedicated to raising livestock in harmony with nature, Pat’s Pastured proudly provides 100% grass-fed cattle and pasture-raised chickens, ducks, turkeys, and pigs, enriching both the land and the quality of food they produce. 

Walnut & Willow Farm in Lincoln, Rhode Island, blends family heritage with a modern commitment to sustainability. Owned and operated part-time by Jeff and Sara Crompton, the farm continues a legacy that began in 1964, when Jeff’s grandfather cultivated corn and tomatoes on the land. 

Meri Spicer, a resident of North Kingstown, is among the growing number of drivers embracing used electric vehicles with the help of the state's DriveEV rebate program. Earlier this year, Meri received a $1,000 rebate after purchasing a used 2021 Volkswagen ID.4, making her a proud and loyal owner of her fifth VW.  

In August, Governor McKee, Acting OER Commissioner Chris Kearns and RI DEM Director Terry Grey joined Ethan Hattoy and his family on an insightful, sunny tour of Hattoy’s Nursery and Garden Center in Coventry.

Errol Danehy, a lifelong resident of Rhode Island, is a great example of how residents are using the DriveEV rebate program to adopt electric vehicles (EVs). Recently, Errol took advantage of DriveEV’s income-qualified rebate, receiving $2,000 after purchasing a pre-owned battery electric Mini Cooper.

Windmist Farm in Jamestown, Rhode Island, is the perfect example of how sustainable choices can benefit both the environment and the economic bottom line. Martha Neal and her husband George decided to pursue a clean energy system in 2018, redefining the farms carbon footprint, and significantly reducing their energy bills.