Our Blog: October 2016

{ 10.22.2016 } { Fun Facts }

The History of the Block Island Lighthouses

For anyone familiar with the Island, North and Southeast Lighthouses are the literal pillars of Block Island life, sitting as polar attractions. These days, the lighthouses are two of the monuments that tourists just have to check out when they come for a visit. The rich history is the draw (the views aren’t so bad either!) and both lighthouses are stories onto themselves! Both serve as true symbols to the past, present, and future of Block Island. Due to weather and shifting land, it took a few iterations but the lighthouses, made to help guide and protect mariners, are here to stay.

{ 10.8.2016 } { Block Island Experience }

Block Island Wind Farm

The past decade has seen the conversation about climate change and renewable energy reach a fever pitch. The topic and potential solutions have been discussed in politics at the national and local level, as seen in this year’s Presidential Debate, as well other campaign platforms in recent years. Wind Farming has grown exponentially since that time and provides around 5 percent of national electric energy. Offshore wind farming has long been discussed as a better innovation, but projects have never been able to get going. That is — until now!