R.I. Gen. Laws § 42-140-6: Information and education programs.

The commissioner, in consultation with the council, shall develop, implement, and maintain, a statewide public information and education program with regard to energy supply, energy cost, energy-efficiency and conservation, and energy programs, including programs to help consumers select energy-efficient products, to evaluate retail and commercial energy resource choices, and to access available energy assistance programs including tax credit and rebate programs.