Solar for Good Program to Spur Nearly $2 Million in Renewable Energy Projects for Wisconsin Nonprofits
Jun 16th, 2021
With PSC Approval, Alliant Set to Become Wisconsin’s Premier Solar-Powered Utility
First round of solar farms to be operational in 2023
Apr 22nd, 2021RENEW Wisconsin Commends Budget Proposal to Invest in Wisconsin’s Clean Energy Workforce
Feb 15th, 2021
RENEW Wisconsin to host 10th Annual Renewable Energy Virtual Summit
Industry experts, policymakers, and advocates gather to highlight the diversity of technologies, people, and scale needed to shape our clean energy future
Jan 7th, 202117 More Wisconsin Nonprofits to be Powered by Renewable Energy through RENEW Wisconsin Solar for Good Program
Oct 29th, 2020
Solar for Good Program Opens Sixth Donation Round to Assist Wisconsin Nonprofits in “Going Solar”
Mar 2nd, 2020
Solar for Good Program Helps Fund 13 Solar Energy Projects for Wisconsin Nonprofits
Dec 16th, 2019
Solar for Good Program Opens Fifth Donation Round to Assist More Wisconsin Nonprofits in “Going Solar”
This is Solar for Good’s fifth award cycle, and the program has assisted nonprofits of all types and sizes across Wisconsin.
Oct 2nd, 2019We Energies and RENEW Wisconsin reach settlement on solar energy issue
With the agreement, We Energies will no longer pursue a solar fixed-cost recovery charge as part of its rate review with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin.
Jul 15th, 2019“Solar for Good” Program Assists 12 More Wisconsin Nonprofits with Solar Panels
This round featured a change in the program – instead of a cash grant, these nonprofits will receive donated solar panels.
May 30th, 2019PSC Approves 5-fold Solar Expansion in WI
Today’s approvals build momentum for large-scale solar as a resource for power suppliers and utilities in Wisconsin.
Apr 11th, 2019Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin Powers Up New Solar Array for Community Center and 15 Tiny Houses
The nearly 20-kilowatt array will cut the organization’s electric use by 85% and will save the organization almost $4,000 in annual utility costs.
Jan 31st, 2019Solar Grant Program to Generate $4.5 Million in New Solar Energy Projects for Wisconsin Nonprofits
The new solar arrays, planned for installation over the next twelve months, will add 2.13 megawatts of new solar power to Wisconsin’s electric mix.
Dec 13th, 2018Escuela Verde Trains Students and Installs Solar Power with Help from Solar for Good
The solar array will directly supply the school building with renewable energy and will offset about 32% of the school’s electrical use.
Nov 28th, 2018‘Solar for Good’ Grant Program Opens for Fall 2018
Will Support More Solar Energy for Wisconsin Nonprofits
Oct 1st, 2018Milwaukee Gears Up for RENEW Wisconsin Bicycle Tour
September 29 event to highlight area renewable energy projects.
Sep 17th, 2018REPORT: Over 75,000 Wisconsin Residents Work in Clean Energy
Top Counties: Milwaukee, Dane, Waukesha
Aug 8th, 2018RENEW Wisconsin Statement Regarding 300 MW Solar Proposal from Two Wisconsin Utilities
The electricity production from the 300 megawatts of utility plans announced today would equal the annual electric usage of approximately 67,000 Wisconsin homes.
May 31st, 2018Wisconsin Nonprofits Receive Grants Toward $1.2 million in New Solar Energy Projects
Planned for installation over the next twelve months, these projects expect to add over 460 kilowatts (kW) in new solar power.
May 10th, 2018Focus on Energy’s Renewable Energy Program Funded for 2019-2022
Approximately $5.5 million per year for renewable energy incentives for 2019-2022
May 3rd, 2018Solar for Good announces new grants to install solar energy for nonprofits
The program is funded through a donation from philanthropists Cal and Laurie Couillard of Deerfield.
Mar 12th, 2018Jim Boullion Named RENEW Wisconsin’s Director of Government Affairs
Boullion will be working on state and federal issues to increase the utilization of Wisconsin generated renewable energy.
Jan 9th, 2018National Leaders & Wisconsin Executives to Headline January 18 Renewable Energy Summit
The event will highlight the significant expansion of renewable power underway in Wisconsin.
Dec 19th, 2017‘Solar for Good’ offers grants to 16 Wisconsin nonprofit organizations to install solar energy
A diverse group of nonprofit organizations expects to receive the solar grants.
Dec 18th, 2017‘Solar for Good’ grant program far exceeds expectations
Seeks additional supporters to help Wisconsin nonprofit organizations “go solar”
Nov 21st, 2017New Wind Power Project to Freshen WPPI Energy Mix
WPPI Energy will be providing over 20% renewable energy to its customers when these projects are completed.
Aug 8th, 2017Wisconsin Solar Industry Employs Over 2,800
State sees 45% growth over 2015 Census
Feb 7th, 2017Public Service Commission Nearly Doubles Monthly Fixed Charge for Alliant Electricity Customers
Overall, Alliant’s residential customers will see their monthly electricity bills increase by 4-5%.
Nov 18th, 2016Focus on Energy’s Renewable Energy Rebates & Biogas Projects Funded for 2017 & 2018
The rebates wil spur small, customer-based renewable energy projects throughout Wisconsin.
Oct 20th, 2016New Report: Nearly 25,000 Clean Energy Workers in Wisconsin
Projected 2016 Growth Rate of 4.8 Percent; Milwaukee, Rural Areas Each Account for Quarter of State’s Jobs; Energy Efficiency, Renewables Standards Could Create Even More Opportunities
Mar 22nd, 2016PSC Approves Madison Gas & Electric Community Solar
MGE structured its program differently because it has different customer demographics and looked for a program option that would not require a large up-front fee.
Mar 11th, 2016Wisconsin Solar Industry Employs Over 1,900
Milwaukee, Waukesha, and Dane Counties are the three counties with the largest number of solar jobs.
Feb 10th, 2016Solar Power Hits the Big Time in Wisconsin
Newest Large Array Energizes Waukesha County Manufacturer
Jan 14th, 2016Keynotes and Agenda Set for January 21st Renewable Energy Policy Summit
Event Aims to Shape the Utility of the Future
Jan 6th, 2016RENEW Wisconsin Statement on Public Service Commission Approving $14 Monthly Fixed Charge for Xcel Energy
RENEW Wisconsin conducted analysis of fixed charge requests by similar utilities throughout the country in 2014 and 2015.
Dec 3rd, 2015Public Service Commission Sharply Trims WPS’ Fixed Charge Request
State Regulatory Agency Grants Wisconsin Public Service only a $2 increase instead of the $6 requested
Nov 19th, 2015Solar Groups Take Next Step in Appeal of Public Service Commission Decision on 2014 We Energies Rate Case
RENEW Wisconsin and the Alliance for Solar Choice ask courts to rule on the legality of the decision.
May 14th, 2015RENEW lawsuit yields favorable ruling, again, for customer-owned renewable energy systems
Circuit Court Judge sends 2013 decision from Wisconsin Public Service rate case back to the Public Service Commission
Feb 9th, 2015Solar Groups Appeal Public Service Commission Decision to Impose Unwarranted Fees on Wisconsinites
The Alliance for Solar Choice and RENEW Wisconsin ask courts to rule on the legality of controversial rate case decision
Jan 22nd, 2015