"By becoming one of the first cities on the East Coast to potentially prohibit new gas stations, Providence can lead the way in reducing carbon emissions and promoting cleaner, greener energy alternatives," Goncalves wrote in a statement following the meeting. Ban new polluting uses in the heavy industrial and waterfront zones

Yes, according to members of the Providence City Council, who are seeking to ban the construction of new gas stations in the city in an effort to reach a lofty climate goal of carbon neutrality by 2050.

The Providence City Council passed an amendment Wednesday night to make Providence the first city to prohibit new gas stations.