Environment
City’s Largest Solar Installation Is Live
More than 7,000 solar panels produce enough energy to power 500 homes.
Mar 16th, 2021 by Graham KilmerState Regulators Investigating How To Reach 100% Clean Energy
The Public Service Commission plans to develop a roadmap to carbon-free energy production.
Mar 12th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioPrepare for Spring with a Rain Garden Workshop
Plus, Pi Day at Lakefront Brewery, a virtual Northern Lights presentation and a craft fair in Brookfield.
Mar 11th, 2021 by Michael HollowayWe Energies Reduces Electric Cars’ Impact
Batteries charged on coal power aren’t so good for the environment.
Mar 10th, 2021 by Bruce MurphyWI Conservation Congress Debates Carbon Fee
Some members fear it’s straying from mission to advise state agencies on natural resources management.
Mar 10th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioCompanies Accused of Polluting Donated $72,000
23 chemical companies sued for PFAS contamination support state political candidates.
Mar 9th, 2021 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignMore Requests for Lake Michigan Water Coming?
Village of Somers’ diversion request may be followed by others from area, expert says.
Mar 9th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioEvers Wants Local Climate Change Plans
Governor's budget would require every local government in state to create a plan.
Mar 8th, 2021 by Steven WaltersNew Great Lakes Water Diversion Request
Kenosha County's Village of Somers wants to draw water outside of Great Lakes Basin.
Mar 4th, 2021 by Jeramey JanneneWe Need Climate Protected Health Systems
Problems in Texas, other states, show how extreme weather events can shut down or overwhelm hospitals.
Mar 3rd, 2021 by Caitlin RubleeAbout That Wisconsin Wolf Hunt
‘Constitutional rights’ or ‘sad and shameful week’?
Mar 3rd, 2021 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerRenewable Energy Group Sues State Regulators
Midwest Renewable Energy Association says state creates barriers to alternative energy.
Feb 27th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio