Environment
Will Power-Hungry Data Centers Increase Pollution in Wisconsin?
Critics say We Energies gas plant would hike pollution, energy costs for decades.
May 13th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioSupervisors Push Sustainable Building Designs
Proposed standards would help county hit net-zero carbon emissions by 2050
May 13th, 2025 by Graham KilmerSeeds of Change in 53206 Area
Youth gardening program seeks to nurture a healthier neighborhood.
May 8th, 2025 by Caleb RoseWisconsin Joins Lawsuit Challenging EV Charging Funding Freeze
Gov. Evers says Trump is 'trying to block Wisconsin from receiving the investments we were promised.'
May 8th, 2025 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin Could Lose $55 Million Under Proposed EPA Budget Cuts
Trump is 'gutting programs Wisconsin needs to get rid of toxic contaminants.'
May 7th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioTrump Tariffs Hiking Costs, Limiting Options for Wisconsin Solar
High tariffs could make some projects in state 'economically unfeasible.'
May 5th, 2025 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public RadioEvers Makes Two Appointments to Natural Resources Board
Board oversees state DNR, has seen partisan fights over governor's appointees.
May 4th, 2025 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin ExaminerCounty Executive Signs Zero Carbon Emissions Plan
Plan for county government carbon neutrality by 2050 was 4 years in the making.
Apr 26th, 2025 by Graham KilmerAir Quality Has Worsened in Milwaukee In Recent Years
Canadian wildfires and heat worsened contributed to more days with unhealthy air
Apr 25th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin Lawmakers Discuss Pro-Nuclear Energy Bills
GOP bills would conduct nuclear siting study, convene nuclear conference in Madison
Apr 24th, 2025 by Nick Rommel, Wisconsin Public Radio70 Partners in Wisconsin Form Coalition to Promote Climate Action
Announced on Earth Day, seeking community support, solutions to climate change.
Apr 23rd, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioCounty Emission Plan Has $441 Million Price Tag
Cost to be spread over 25 years to reach carbon neutrality by 2050.
Apr 22nd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer