Environmental Protection Agency

EPA Rule Change Would Strip Federal Protection From Most Wisconsin Wetlands

Change would leave only 13% of state's wetlands protected.

Wisconsin’s Environmental Funding Cuts Among Nation’s Largest

Report finds state funding for DNR has dropped 29% since 2010 when accounting for inflation.

Wisconsin Moves to Require Lead Service Lines Replaced By 2037

Some groups hail the move for strengthening protections, but others voice concerns about costs.

County Seeks to Sue PFAS Producers, Oil Companies

Plans to join class action lawsuits, similar to past litigation against opioid makers.

Wisconsin Reviewing EPA-Approved Pesticides For PFAS

Is EPA ignoring international standards supported by scientists or is it 'fake news'?

State Nears Settlement with Johnson Controls/Tyco Over PFAS Spills

Wisconsin DOJ sued company alleging over firefighting foam manufacturing.

Gov. Evers Highlights 2025 Accomplishments

Gov. Evers, DNR Announce More Than $159 Million to Ensure Clean, Safe Drinking Water for Wisconsinites in 29 Municipalities

EPA Announces $3 Billion in New Funding for States to Reduce Lead in Drinking Water

Additionally, $1.1 Billion of Unused Funding Redistributed for States

Coalition Raises Concerns on I-94 Construction

Despite a pending lawsuit, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation announced it will start construction on the Milwaukee highway expansion.

DNR Highlights Importance Of State Revolving Fund Programs For Clean, Safe Water In Wisconsin

DNR Awards Loans To Support Redevelopment In City Of Madison

Loans Will Support Activities To Clean Up Contamination