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Former PSC Chair to Run Alliant Energy’s WI Utility Business
Watchdogs say 'revolving door' between utilities and regulating them is a concern.
Dec 22nd, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Almost All of Wisconsin Could Have High-Speed Internet Access by 2030
PSC Chair Summer Strand said areas still lacking reliable broadband are the hardest to reach. Federal aid will help.
Jun 24th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Republicans Fire Regulator Over Solar, Low-Income Assistance Decisions
Tyler Huebner didn't follow the law say GOP senators. Democrats say move is purely partisan game.
Jan 19th, 2024 by Danielle Kaeding
Senate Votes to Fire Evers Appointee from Public Service Commission
Tyler Huebner rejected. Senate also passes electric vehicle, nudity ban and tax cut bills.
Jan 17th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
GOP Committee Votes to Toss Utility Commissioner Tyler Huebner
RENEW Wisconsin leader on PSC board since 2020, but never confirmed by Legislature.
Jan 15th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
Regulators Approve Utility Rate Increases, Reduce Allowed Profits
Utilities across Wisconsin sought to raise electricity prices.
Nov 23rd, 2023 by Joe Schulz
American Transmission Co. Hires Former Utility Regulator
Ellen Nowak is now vice president of the company she was once charged with regulating.
Aug 4th, 2023 by Joe Schulz
State’s Utilities Warn That Shutoff Moratorium Ends April 15
Advocates charge that energy shutoffs will hit low income, mostly minority households.
Apr 4th, 2023 by Joe Schulz
Evers Messes Up PSC Appointments
Three appointees in a row have had conflicts of interest, which is good news for utilities.
Mar 7th, 2023 by Dave Cieslewicz
Uncertainty Around Solar Financing Regulations Limits Wisconsin Installations
Solar developers awaiting new PSC ruling following initial ruling to allow third-party financing.
Jan 12th, 2023 by Danielle Kaeding
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.
Dec 14th, 2022 by Joe Schulz
New Maps Could Gain State $1 Billion for Broadband
Federal infrastructure funding to states depends on FCC internet connectively maps.
Dec 13th, 2022 by Sarah Lehr
Regulators Approve 8.8% Electric Rate Increase For We Energies
Residential customers should expect to see a $12 per month increase.
Dec 2nd, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
State Regulators Allow Leased Solar Panels In Significant Ruling
But ruling, say regulators, is a one-off and doesn't help City of Milwaukee and others' issues.
Dec 2nd, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Utility Regulators End Consumer Protections Enacted During Pandemic
Requirements for payment plans before disconnection, or delayed shutoffs when a customer tested positive for COVID-19 are ending.
Oct 14th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Is Nonpartisan State Audit Bureau Getting Political?
Report on PSC the second one where critics say agency bent findings to please Republican leaders.
Sep 17th, 2022 by Henry Redman
Inflation Reduction Act Could Usher In Roof Top Solar Boom
The White House estimates the Inflation Reduction Act could help 90,000 homeowners install solar panels.
Sep 2nd, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Could Regulators Make it Easier to Install Home Solar Panels?
State regulators will look at rules that some say have been a barrier to small solar projects.
Jul 22nd, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
State Report Cites Progress on Broadband Expansion
Millions spent, but still many in Wisconsin still lack adequate internet service.
Jul 14th, 2022 by Henry Redman
State PSC Program Makes Homes More Green
$500,000 to reduce carbon emissions, cut utility costs for 50 low-income metro homeowners.
Jul 13th, 2022 by Leah Treidler
State Supreme Court Says Regulators Not Biased For Transmission Project
Lawsuit alleged two regulators that approved a major transmission line project had ties to project supporters.
Jul 7th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
State Increasing Funding for Broadband Internet Access
A total of $125 million in grants is available to increase internet access around the state.
Jun 3rd, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Big Telecom Companies Want Millions From State
Seeking grants to expand broadband coverage, but may still leave areas underserved, expert charges.
Apr 18th, 2022 by Peter Cameron
Regulators Want State Energy Program Cutting Emissions
A state funded program currently works on energy efficiency, PSC wants it focused on emissions.
Apr 14th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Regulators Approve Plans for State’s Largest Renewable Energy Plant
Project will meet energy needs for 25% of Dane County's 240,000 households. Some neighbors oppose the plant.
Apr 8th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Regulators Approve $433M Sale of Solar Plant
Three utility companies purchase 200 megawatt solar farm, enough to power 60,000 homes.
Mar 18th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
State Offers $100 Million in Broadband Grants
PSC administering program with federal dollars to expand high-speed internet.
Dec 11th, 2021 by Jonah Beleckis
Secret Messages Cast Doubt on Approval of Controversial Transmission Line
Regulators reject charges of bias, while the utility seeks a new application and decision.
Jul 30th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
Pretty Sure It’s Corrupt
Initials of Public Service Commission have a second meaning: possible misconduct by Mike Huebsch.
Jul 5th, 2021 by Dave Cieslewicz
Federal Report Shows State’s Internet Disparities
More than 20% of households lack internet access in 8 counties, 20% lack computers in some counties.
Jun 27th, 2021 by Henry Redman
We Energies Will Offer Electric Charging Stations Program
Gets PSC approval, joining four other utilities in state creating programs for electric car owners.
Jun 14th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
Regulators OK Utilities’ Plan For Past Due Bills
Deferred payments and payment plans for 93,000 customers facing disconnection.
Apr 9th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
Utility Moratorium Ending April 15th
Utilities report thousands of homes and businesses could have utilities disconnected.
Mar 18th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
State 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
Commission Clears Regulatory Hurdle for Electric Vehicle Infrastructure
Utilities will no longer have to run pilot programs for electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
Dec 18th, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
All Utilities Can’t Disconnect Service Until Spring
New moratorium bars shutting off water, power and heat.
Oct 23rd, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
Utility Disconnection Moratorium Extended to November
But starting Nov. 1, your water could be shut off.
Sep 18th, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
Utility Shut Off Moratorium Extended
Wisconsin residents have until Oct. 1 before disconnections start.
Aug 20th, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
Moratorium Extended for Utility Disconnection
State regulators voted to extend the moratorium Through Sept. 1.
Jul 23rd, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
Utilities May Recover Pandemic-Related Costs
PSC allows them to track expenses due to state order barring disconnections for non-payment.
Apr 19th, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
Can State’s Energy Go Carbon Free by 2050?
Legislators and PSC leader consider Evers' 30-year goal for Wisconsin.
Jan 19th, 2020 by Miranda Suarez
Senate Democrats Offer 2020 Agenda
Shilling pushes homeless funding and closing dark store tax loophole.
Dec 24th, 2019 by Laurel White
Green Groups Sue Public Service Commission
Two PSC members who okayed transmission lines had ties to utilities pushing project, suit charges.
Dec 12th, 2019 by Hope Kirwan
Senate Fires State Agriculture Secretary
Every Republican votes not to approve Evers appointee Brad Pfaff.
Nov 6th, 2019 by Laurel White
State PSC Approves Huge Solar Farms
Two projects will supply 450 megawatts or 1% of state’s energy use.
Apr 12th, 2019 by Phoebe Petrovic
