According to DEM…
…As discussed above, the permitting processes to which the Applicant would have EFSB defer to do not address forest loss and fragmentation, any loss of upland habitat, nor impacts to state listed or otherwise at-risk species outside of wetlands. As such, it is erroneous to assume that such impacts to wildlife habitat should not be addressed except through the DEM's Freshwater Wetland Application and the federal Clean Water Act review
The Town of Burrillville recognizes that a pull-quote does not tell the whole story. In our point-of-view, this excerpt is indicative. While DEM was unable to draw definitive conclusions, the Town of Burrillville concludes that this power plant is not needed and is harmful to Burrillville, Rhode Island and surrounding areas. Follow these links to read the DEM advisories and drawn your own conclusions: [9-12-16 DEM Advisory Opinion] and [8-15-17 DEM Supplemental Advisory]
Town of Burrillville
105 Harrisville Main St.
Harrisville, RI 02830
401-568-4300