Environment
2018 One of Wettest Years in State History
Milwaukee had third wettest year in history, part of upward trend in annual rainfall.
Jan 7th, 2019 by Phoebe Petrovic, Wisconsin Public Radio
Renewable Energy Made Big Gains in 2018
Utility companies all competing to embrace solar and wind power.
Jan 2nd, 2019 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
‘Dead Zones’ Growing in State, Midwest
As nutrient runoff depletes oxygen from parts of rivers and lakes, fish can’t live there.
Dec 20th, 2018 by Brady Carlson, Wisconsin Public Radio
We Energies Seeks Solar Monopoly?
Critics charge its rent-a-roof program could create monopoly, increase costs for some customers.
Dec 19th, 2018 by Kari Lydersen, Energy News Network
More Oil Will Flow Through State
Wisconsin a “guinea pig” for huge increase in oil by Enbridge pipelines, critics charge.
Dec 17th, 2018 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Earth As Hot as 3 Million Years Ago?
UW researchers say earth could be as hot as Pliocene period by 2030s.
Dec 15th, 2018 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Climate Change Hurting State Highways
Federal report says flooding a particular problem in Midwest.
Dec 14th, 2018 by Mary Kate McCoy, Wisconsin Public Radio
15 Great Lakes Sites At Risk for Oil Spills
Binational science advisory board report shows potential for damage from crude oil spills.
Dec 13th, 2018 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Great Lakes Compact Council Passes Changes
But region’s mayors, native tribes, call for more input on water withdrawals.
Dec 7th, 2018 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Fight for Sanctuary Woods Continues
Wauwatosa officials seem to favor saving woods, but county officials have failed to act.
Dec 6th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
Stinkbugs Invading State, County
Brown Marmorated Stink Bugs, invasive Asian species, can damage crops, stink up buildings.
Nov 29th, 2018 by PJ Liesch
Judge Extends Deadline on Foxconn Case
Company’s proposed diversion of Lake Michigan water is illegal, environmental groups charge.
Nov 28th, 2018 by James Rowen
