Tyler Huebner

RENEW Wisconsin to host 10th Annual Renewable Energy Virtual Summit

Industry experts, policymakers, and advocates gather to highlight the diversity of technologies, people, and scale needed to shape our clean energy future

Utility Disconnection Moratorium Extended to November

But starting Nov. 1, your water could be shut off.

Relief: PSC extends moratorium on utility shut-offs until October 1

Utility Shut Off Moratorium Extended

Wisconsin residents have until Oct. 1 before disconnections start.

RENEW Wisconsin Announces Heather Allen as Executive Director

Moratorium Extended for Utility Disconnection

State regulators voted to extend the moratorium Through Sept. 1.

Utility Disconnection Moratorium Ending

Starting July 1st, utilities can charge late fees and disconnect services.

Gov. Evers Appoints Tyler Huebner to the Public Service Commission

State’s Second Largest Solar Farm Planned

Massive 200 megawatt solar project in Kenosha County would power 55,000 homes per year.

We Energies Trails on Solar, Wind

Other utilities in state have far higher percentage of energy coming from renewable energy.

WE Energies Won’t Demand Solar Surcharge

Company backs off after announcing its settlement with RENEW Wisconsin.

40 Years of Fighting for Consumers

Citizens Utility Board celebrates 40th birthday, still pushing for lower utility rates, consumer rights.

We Energies Pushes Solar Charge. Again

Surcharge could cost solar users $180 year. Court rejected proposal in 2014.

State PSC Approves Huge Solar Farms

Two projects will supply 450 megawatts or 1% of state’s energy use.

PSC Approves 5-fold Solar Expansion in WI

Today’s approvals build momentum for large-scale solar as a resource for power suppliers and utilities in Wisconsin.

State Grows Non-Polluting Jobs

Report finds 2.4% increase in renewable energy and energy efficiency jobs in 2018.

New Project Doubles State’s Solar Output

Dairyland Power Cooperative will purchase 149 megawatts from Jefferson County solar farm.

Renewable Energy Made Big Gains in 2018

Utility companies all competing to embrace solar and wind power.

Governor-elect Tony Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Mandela Barnes Announce Agriculture, Energy, and Natural Resources Policy Advisory Council

"We’re going to bring science back to decision-making in Wisconsin."

‘Solar for Good’ Grant Program Opens for Fall 2018

Will Support More Solar Energy for Wisconsin Nonprofits

Milwaukee Gears Up for RENEW Wisconsin Bicycle Tour

September 29 event to highlight area renewable energy projects.

Why Wisconsin Resists Clean Energy

State lags the Midwest in renewable energy, yet suddenly making great progress.

State Has 75,000 Clean Energy Jobs

All 72 counties have clean energy jobs, report shows.

REPORT: Over 75,000 Wisconsin Residents Work in Clean Energy

Top Counties: Milwaukee, Dane, Waukesha

Conservatives Discover Renewable Energy

Republican-leaning groups who like solar and wind power, who knew?

RENEW Wisconsin Statement Regarding 300 MW Solar Proposal from Two Wisconsin Utilities

The electricity production from the 300 megawatts of utility plans announced today would equal the annual electric usage of approximately 67,000 Wisconsin homes.

Wisconsin Nonprofits Receive Grants Toward $1.2 million in New Solar Energy Projects

Planned for installation over the next twelve months, these projects expect to add over 460 kilowatts (kW) in new solar power.

Focus on Energy’s Renewable Energy Program Funded for 2019-2022

Approximately $5.5 million per year for renewable energy incentives for 2019-2022

Jim Boullion Named RENEW Wisconsin’s Director of Government Affairs

Boullion will be working on state and federal issues to increase the utilization of Wisconsin generated renewable energy.

National Leaders & Wisconsin Executives to Headline January 18 Renewable Energy Summit

The event will highlight the significant expansion of renewable power underway in Wisconsin.

We Energies Embraces Solar Power

State moving away from coal -- but still has a long ways to go.

‘Solar for Good’ grant program far exceeds expectations

Seeks additional supporters to help Wisconsin nonprofit organizations “go solar”

New Wind Power Project to Freshen WPPI Energy Mix

WPPI Energy will be providing over 20% renewable energy to its customers when these projects are completed.

Biogas Producers Face Barriers

State has 38 biodigesters, but many have problems getting gas to the market.

Wisconsin Solar Industry Employs Over 2,800

State sees 45% growth over 2015 Census

Scott Walker, the King of Coal

Businesses and GOP voters are embracing alternative energy. Not Gov. Walker.

Public Service Commission Nearly Doubles Monthly Fixed Charge for Alliant Electricity Customers

Overall, Alliant’s residential customers will see their monthly electricity bills increase by 4-5%.

Focus on Energy’s Renewable Energy Rebates & Biogas Projects Funded for 2017 & 2018

The rebates wil spur small, customer-based renewable energy projects throughout Wisconsin.

New Report: Nearly 25,000 Clean Energy Workers in Wisconsin

Projected 2016 Growth Rate of 4.8 Percent; Milwaukee, Rural Areas Each Account for Quarter of State’s Jobs; Energy Efficiency, Renewables Standards Could Create Even More Opportunities

PSC Approves Madison Gas & Electric Community Solar

MGE structured its program differently because it has different customer demographics and looked for a program option that would not require a large up-front fee.

Wisconsin Solar Industry Employs Over 1,900

Milwaukee, Waukesha, and Dane Counties are the three counties with the largest number of solar jobs.

Solar Power Hits the Big Time in Wisconsin

Newest Large Array Energizes Waukesha County Manufacturer

Keynotes and Agenda Set for January 21st Renewable Energy Policy Summit

Event Aims to Shape the Utility of the Future

RENEW Wisconsin Statement on Public Service Commission Approving $14 Monthly Fixed Charge for Xcel Energy

RENEW Wisconsin conducted analysis of fixed charge requests by similar utilities throughout the country in 2014 and 2015.

Public Service Commission Sharply Trims WPS’ Fixed Charge Request

State Regulatory Agency Grants Wisconsin Public Service only a $2 increase instead of the $6 requested

Solar Groups Take Next Step in Appeal of Public Service Commission Decision on 2014 We Energies Rate Case

RENEW Wisconsin and the Alliance for Solar Choice ask courts to rule on the legality of the decision.

RENEW lawsuit yields favorable ruling, again, for customer-owned renewable energy systems

Circuit Court Judge sends 2013 decision from Wisconsin Public Service rate case back to the Public Service Commission

Solar Groups Appeal Public Service Commission Decision to Impose Unwarranted Fees on Wisconsinites

The Alliance for Solar Choice and RENEW Wisconsin ask courts to rule on the legality of controversial rate case decision