Environment

Despite Influx of Federal Cash, Wisconsin Regulations Hamper Solar Installations

Despite Influx of Federal Cash, Wisconsin Regulations Hamper Solar Installations

Pivotal petition pending before Public Service Commission, could open door to more installations.

Evers Appoints New State DNR Leader

Evers Appoints New State DNR Leader

Sheboygan County Administrator Adam Payne to replace outgoing Department of Natural Resources Secretary Preston Cole.

Embattled Former DNR Board Chair Resigns, Ending Saga

Embattled Former DNR Board Chair Resigns, Ending Saga

Prehn, whose appointment had expired, was able to stay on because Republicans wouldn't confirm his replacement.

Wisconsin Seeking Federal Help For Town With PFAS Contamination 170 Times Safe Levels

Wisconsin Seeking Federal Help For Town With PFAS Contamination 170 Times Safe Levels

“We don't really have an idea where it's coming from,” says DNR official.

Feds Buying $350 Million Great Lakes Icebreaker

Feds Buying $350 Million Great Lakes Icebreaker

Part of $858 billion defense bill. Endorsed by Sen. Baldwin and Rep. Gallagher as way to improve Wisconsin shipping.

Op Ed: Anonymous Legislator Undermining State Stewardship Fund
Op Ed

Anonymous Legislator Undermining State Stewardship Fund

More than a dozen times, initiatives to protect invaluable natural areas were killed.

Urban Reads: Is the Rush to Electric Vehicles a Mistake?
Urban Reads

Is the Rush to Electric Vehicles a Mistake?

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More State Businesses Embrace Sustainable Practices

More State Businesses Embrace Sustainable Practices

Since pandemic more efforts to cut waste, water consumption, greenhouse gas emissions.

DNR Will Again Attempt To Draft PFAS Groundwater Standards

DNR Will Again Attempt To Draft PFAS Groundwater Standards

DNR board approved drinking and surface water standards in February, but failed to pass limits for groundwater.

Wisconsin Public Service Plans $451 Million Solar and Battery Project

Wisconsin Public Service Plans $451 Million Solar and Battery Project

850,000 solar panels part of WEC Energy Group's $5.4 billion spending on green energy.

Climate Change Causes Swings in Lake Michigan Water Level

Climate Change Causes Swings in Lake Michigan Water Level

Expert panel predicts warmer, wetter lake; study says 17 inches higher by 2050.

Will PSC Allow Third Party Financing Of Solar Projects?

Will PSC Allow Third Party Financing Of Solar Projects?

State oversight body allowed one project. Solar advocates push for general approval.