Public Service Commission

We Energies, WPS Ask For 2027, 2028 Electric Rate Increases

Regulators will weigh utility plans that could add $18 to $22 a month to typical residential power bills by 2028.

We Energies Rate Filing Focuses on Reliability, Protecting Customers and Supporting Wisconsins Economy

For immediate release

Report Ties Planned Gas Plants To 100-Plus Premature Deaths

UW researchers say southeast Wisconsin projects would boost fine particle pollution; utilities dispute the findings.

Who Will Build Wisconsin’s Grid for New Data Centers?

American Transmission Company has inside track. Will that cost more for ratepayers?

Regulators Approve Two Solar Projects for We Energies Customers

Wisconsin Communities Face Scrutiny Over Data Center Secrecy

Town of Beloit is fifth Wisconsin community to sign a non-disclosure agreement.

Opees Celebrate Open Government Champions

Winners include public officials, nonprofits and journalists.

Regulators Approve Solar and Battery Project for We Energies Customers

Bill Would Give Local Governments Veto Power Over Solar, Wind Farms

GOP proposal would block state regulators from approving projects without local signoff first.

Menomonee Falls Could Get More Milwaukee Water

And Milwaukee will get more cash.

Statement From the Clean Economy Coalition of Wisconsin on Senate Bill 3

Council Opposes We Energies Data Center Plan

Ald. Dimitrijevic says proposal could leave ratepayers on the hook for new power plants.

Council adopts legislation in opposition to We Energies’ 75/25 plan

Sierra Club Wisconsin and Partners Applaud Public Service Commission Requiring Transparency in Alliant Beaver Dam Data Center Contract

PSC Requires Alliant Energy to Disclose Data Center Rates

Application's redactions block 'basic functions of open government,' says PSC official.

Wisconsin’s Utility Energy Crisis

Poorly regulated public monopolies have created overstretched, unevenly maintained power grid.

Milwaukee May Reduce Cost of Sprinkler Installation, Will It Matter?

City still seeking ways to save lives, improve safety of older apartment buildings.

Superior Wants to Take Over Private Utility. Possible Price? $300 Million

Mayor Jim Paine called the projected price 'inflated' to deter city takeover.

Wisconsin Assembly Is Done Legislating for 2026

Here's what lawmakers got done -- and left unfinished.

Wisconsin PSC, UW-Madison Partner For Nuclear Power Site Search

Gov. Evers says nuclear power could be 'game changer' for state.

WI Senate Debates Competing Data Center Bills

Non-disclosure agreements, consumer costs, renewable energy key issues.

Gov. Evers Announces New Efforts to Bolster Wisconsins Clean Energy Future

Governor announces new partnership to explore Nuclear Energy in Wisconsin, plans to purchase renewable energy to power state agencies

Ald. Dimitrijevic Issues Objection to Wisconsin Electric Power Company proposal

Tiffany Announces Statewide Ad Buy to End Utility Sticker Shock and Lower Costs

Trump’s EPA Says It Will Save Drivers Money. Wisconsin Experts See A Different Bill

Agency touts $1.3 trillion in savings as analysts project billions in added fuel and health costs here.

Rep. Darrin Madison Proposes “Pause to Protect” on Data Centers in Wisconsin

Bill would only allow data centers that meet strict environmental, labor and local control standards

Wisconsin PSC Public Hearing on Data Centers Draws Public Outcry

Critics say all ratepayers will be charged for 25% of data centers' infrastructure costs.

Alliant Energy Proposes Special Electric Rates for Meta’s Data Center

But document hides details, including amount of energy needed and termination costs.

Bill Targets ‘Revolving Door’ Between State Regulators and Utilities

PSC commissioners must wait 3 years after leaving office to take jobs with utilities.

Wisconsin Health Professionals Hold We Energies Accountable for Harming Community Health in a New Quarterly Report, Contrasting We Energies Q4 Earnings Release

How Gale Klappa Got Rich

21 years of huge pay financed by We Energies ratepayers. Has any state CEO pocketed more?

‘Poison Pill Data Center Bill’ Could Increase Energy Bills

PSC Analysts Say We Energies’ Data Center Rates Pose Risks to Customers

Interest groups say We Energies’ proposal needs changes to protect customers

Legislators Adjourn in Two Months, Will Any Bills Get Passed?

Republican leaders plan to go home in two months, reconvene in Jan 2027.

Environmental Coalition Calls For Pause In Data Center Development

Statewide coalition wants state to create sustainable development framework before more projects move forward.

Assembly Backs Nuclear Tax Credits Amid Data Center Boom

Wide bipartisan vote advances 20-year incentives for new reactors, adds new rules.

Wisconsin Assembly Passes GOP Bill to Regulate Data Centers

Democrats say bill will constrain renewable energy, cause higher emissions.

Alliant Energy Plans to Build $730 Million Wind Farm

277-megawatt Columbia County project with 40 wind turbines will power 100,000 homes.

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #284 Declaring an Energy Emergency

Where Do 9 Candidates for Governor Stand on Data Centers?

Hong calls for moratorium, Hughes, Schoemann see 'opportunity.'

AI Boom Hits Home in Waldo, WI

Pristine creek, protected woods and wetlands caught in a spreading network of high-voltage power lines.

2025 Wrap Up: Gov. Evers Highlights 2025 Accomplishments

2025 Roundup: Gov. Evers Completes Annual 72-County Tour of Wisconsin

Former PSC Chair to Run Alliant Energy’s WI Utility Business

Watchdogs say 'revolving door' between utilities and regulating them is a concern.

Wisconsin Has Third Highest Hike in Winter Heating Bills

So says new study. Public Service Commission doesn’t know.

Wisconsin Ratepayers Owe $1 Billion on Shuttered Power Plants

Will ramp-up for energy-hungry data centers end with more 'stranded assets'?

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #283 Declaring an Energy Emergency

Representative Moore Omokunde: “Make Utilities Affordable Again”

Wisconsin Moves to Require Lead Service Lines Replaced By 2037

Some groups hail the move for strengthening protections, but others voice concerns about costs.

New toolkit helps communities push back against Big Tech as data center proposals surge in Wisconsin

MEA Files Lawsuit to Challenge Secrecy Surrounding Energy Demands of Meta’s Beaver Dam Data Center

Complaint Filed after Public Service Commission Denies Records Request, Claims Confidentiality

State Bill Gives Tax Credits to New Nuclear Power Plants

12-1 bipartisan committee vote seeks more energy to supply data centers.

Gov. Evers, PSC Announce Applications Open for Nonprofit Access Grant Program

500,000 in grants available to bolster efforts to improve the availability and affordability of telecommunications services in Wisconsin

Gov. Evers, PSC Announce Broadband Proposal Approved to Unlock Over $1 Billion in Federal Investments to Expand High-Speed Internet

We Energies, 2 Other Utilities Will Buy 4 Renewable Energy Projects

450 megawatt solar and wind projects should come online by 2027 and 2028.

New State Rule Will Help Wisconsin Renters Access Solar

Revised rule among the first to take effect after Evers v. Marklein Supreme Court decision

Judge Urged to Block Plan Connecting New Power Plants to Midwest Grid

Fast-tracked process favors fossil fuels over clean energy, environmental groups say.

Regulators approve more renewable energy projects for We Energies customers

State Heating Assistance Program Offers Funding Despite Federal Delays

Urging applications by low-income households for help paying their energy bills.

Wisconsin Communities Get $282 Million for Drinking Water Projects

State's Safe Drinking Water Loan Program helps 74 communities, led by Oak Creek.

Clean Wisconsin Joins Federal Lawsuit Over Plan that Fast-Tracks Gas Plants

AFP-Wisconsin Slams Governor Evers and Public Service Commission for Another Round of Crippling Energy Bill Hikes

Evers’ appointees drive $300 million in new hikes for 2026-27 on top of $2 billion since 2019

Democratic Bill Targets Utility Prices

Bill would cap residential energy bills at 2% of household income.

Democratic Lawmakers Propose ‘Policy Framework’ For Wisconsin Data Centers

Companies would be required to comply with labor, energy and sustainability requirements.

Sierra Club Wisconsin Applauds New Data Center Accountability Legislation

We Energies Plans Nine Power Projects With $5.5 Billion Cost

Utility wants to build 7 solar projects, 2 new gas plants to create almost three gigawatts of new power.

We Energies announces major expansion plan to strengthen Wisconsin’s power grid

Data centers will pay their fair share to build new power plants

Data Center Secrecy Is Unacceptable

It's hiding information the public and electric customers have a right to know.

The Debate Over Data Centers

Controversial for local communities. Candidates for state office may have to pick sides.

Port Washington Data Center Requires $1.4 Billion Transmission Line Project

The route and price tag of the 90-mile line are drawing concern.

Local Governments Voice Opposition To Proposed Solar Arrays

Projects big and small are encountering push back, state law change could empower municipalities.

Wisconsin Approves First Large-Scale Wind Project In More Than A Decade

Large solar project near Whitewater also approved.

Public Service Commission Approves First New Wisconsin Wind Farm in 14 Years

New solar farm also wins approval

Gov. Evers Sends Letter Urging Congress to Reject President Trump’s Reckless Cuts to Programs That Lower Costs for Working Families, Support Affordable Housing, Invest in Local Communities

Governor warns Wisconsin Congressional delegation that President Trump’s budget will gut programs aimed at lowering energy bills, improving access to affordable housing, and investing in local community and economic development

Five States Challenge Proposed $4.1 Billion Grid Investment in Wisconsin, 24 Midwest Projects

Wisconsin regulators oppose complaint, back reliability-focused spending plan.

Gov. Evers, PSC Announce Final Proposal Submission to Unlock Federal Broadband Funding

If approved, Wisconsin BEAD Program expected to help expand high-speed internet access to over 174,000 locations statewide

Youth Sue State to Overturn Laws Affecting Climate Crisis

Environmental groups representing Wisconsin youth aged 8-17 filed lawsuit.

Wisconsin Youth Sue State Over Unconstitutional Laws Fueling Climate Crisis and Blocking Clean Energy

GOP Lawmakers Trying New Move To Block Evers’ Rulemaking

Supreme Court previously gave Evers approval to avoid Legislature, which governor is now embracing.

AG Kaul Sues to Stop Federal Cuts That Threaten Wisconsin’s Energy Program

Rate Case Likely To Result In Milwaukee Water Prices Increasing

State review comes as result of Waukesha water deal.

After Federal Changes, Wisconsin Plans Again for Broadband Expansion

New Trump-era rules for $1 billion in funding for Wisconsin under Biden program.

Gov. Ever Signs Bills That Aim To Restart Nuclear Power in Wisconsin

State will move forward finding the best location for a nuclear power plant.

Gov. Evers Signs Two Bills Advancing Nuclear Energy Innovation in Wisconsin

Governor signs four additional bills filling gaps to ensure kids in crisis can get the close-to-home care they need, strengthening support for statewide child advocacy centers, and supporting workplace safety for local police and fire

Gov. Evers, PSC Announce Release of 2025 Governor’s Task Force on Broadband Access Annual Report

More than 93,000 locations across the state have received new access to high-speed internet service in the last year, report urges continued state investments

We Energies Delays Retirement of Coal-Fueled Oak Creek Power Plant

Environmental group Clean Wisconsin says the decision is 'shortsighted' and 'profit-driven.'

Budget Committee Funds Corrections Far Below What Evers Wanted

Democrats say budget won't fix, reform state prison system as needed.

Gov. Evers Urges Republican Legislators to Approve High-Speed Internet Budget Investments as Trump Administration Changes Delay Wisconsin Broadband Funding

Evers Administration launches map showing 262,000 Wisconsinites lack access to high-speed internet as governor urges Republicans to approve $400 million high-speed internet proposal

Trump’s order to keep Michigan coal plant running could mean higher energy costs in Wisconsin

Wisconsin’s First Large-Scale Battery Storage System Comes Online

$574 million Kenosha County project could power 130,000 homes for 4 hours.

Federal Agency Finds Great Lakes Tunnel Project Poses ‘Detrimental’ Effects to Water, Wetlands

But the Army Corps says Line 5 project effects would mostly be short-term.

We Energies Wins Approval To Build New Natural Gas Plants

Regulators say projects are warranted to meet rising energy demand. Coalition opposes fuel type.

Senator Larson Condemns PSC Approval of New Methane Gas Facilities

PSC approves plan to power AI data center with gas plants, bringing 1,200 MW of new, dirty power to southeast Wisconsin

Parties Still Apart on State Budget

Republicans want a meeting with Evers. Democrats criticize GOP Senate bills as minor items.

Wisconsin Senate Votes To Make Sharing ‘Deepfake’ Nude Images A Felony

Bill author says legislation needed to protect residents as AI capabilities advance.

Senator Melissa Ratcliff and Representative Randy Udell Address the Delay and Obstruction to Expanding Access to High-Speed Internet Statewide

Access to internet is essential infrastructure—rural families can’t be left behind or wait any longer

Gov. Evers Urges Trump Administration to Prevent Delays in Funding for High-Speed Internet Infrastructure Projects Across Wisconsin 

Will Power-Hungry Data Centers Increase Pollution in Wisconsin?

Critics say We Energies gas plant would hike pollution, energy costs for decades.

What Are Data Centers? How Will They Change Wisconsin?

Will support AI. Just one project could use as much energy as all of Milwaukee.