I recently joined the town of Foster Conservation Commission. I'm looking forward to working with the Land Trust, Planning Board and Northern RI Conservation District.
Later this year we'll be running a program for town members to build and install bat houses on their properties. Bats face a number of challenges including loss of habitat, "white nose syndrome" and light pollution. By installing bat houses in suitable areas you can help give them as many chances as possible.
Another initiative we're taking on is the conversion of the Town truck fleet and heating oil usage to "BioHeat", or a blend of biodiesel and traditional fuel. This offers increased efficiencies, reduced pollution, reduced carbon footprint, and provides an opportunity to use fuel produced right here in RI. Many municipalities around the country run their heavy vehicle fleet on biodiesel blends, and I have run it in my car.
Some links:
http://www.townoffoster.com/conservation.htm
http://nricd.org/
https://www.whitenosesyndrome.org/
http://www.newportbiodiesel.com/
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