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	Wisconsin should embrace wind energy (May 18, 2013) Over the past few years, Wisconsin's wind industry has faced an unreasonable number of obstacles, more than any other form of energy production, nearly grinding the job- and energy-creating potential of this critical sector to a halt.
	Focus on Energy program supports state economy while saving money (May 17, 2013) A new independent report on Wisconsin’s Focus on Energy demonstrates that the state energy-efficiency program keeps money in all ratepayers’ pockets while supporting Wisconsin’s economy and Main Street businesses.
	Evalution gives high marks to Wisconsin efficiency program (May 15, 2013) A new report suggests that Wisconsin’s energy efficiency incentives are back on track following an administrative shake-up two years ago that brought major changes to the program.
	Wisconsin budget committee OKs stewardship reductions (May 14, 2013) Republicans on the Legislature's budget committee approved a plan Wednesday that would dramatically scale back the state Department of Natural Resources' land stewardship program, arguing the program's debt has ballooned and the state has enough land.
	Studies: Endocrine disruptors, cocaine common in Minnesota Waters, Former DNR secretary calls for more testing in Wisconsin (May 13, 2013) Minnesota researchers found 56 chemicals — including cocaine — in the state’s waters, according to two studies released today that raise questions about potential impacts on wildlife and human health.
	Report: Wisconsin needs an energy plan to stay competitve (April 25, 2013) A new report warns that Wisconsin’s economic competitiveness could be at risk if the state doesn’t diversify its electricity sources.
	Concerns grow about hormones in water (April 21, 2013) In America’s Dairyland, steroid hormones from livestock have been found in the snowmelt runoff from large cattle-feeding operations.
	In Wisconsin, politics continue to hold back wind development (April 18, 2013) More than two years after Wisconsin completed a bipartisan process to establish statewide standards for siting wind turbines, development remains sluggish amid continuing political pushback.
	Has Wisconsin's proud pro environment tradition faded? (April 17, 2013) Three years ago, some of the biggest names in the environmental movement gathered at Monona Terrace for a 40th anniversary of Earth Day.
	Lake Michigan Ferry Strikes Deal with EPA, Will Continue Service (March 22, 2013) The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will let the Lake Michigan carferry keep sailing between Manitowoc and Ludington, Mich. under a proposed agreement announced today.
	Mining law, permit probably headed to court (March 9, 2013) Supporters of iron mining legislation won a huge victory last week when a bill they favored passed the Assembly and awaits the signature of Gov. Scott Walker on Monday.
	New task force will organize efforts to clean lakes (March 9, 2013) Lakes blanketed with algae, as if covered by a thick film of green paint, are a common sight in Madison summers. Organizations, individuals, and county government representatives have all been working to address the algae, but until now they mostly approached the problem separately.
	Mining bill author admits it will cause environmental harm (March 1, 2013) In the ongoing, often emotional debate over iron mining in northern Wisconsin, proponents have continued to insist that a bill to streamline permitting for such mines will not harm the environment.
	New County Task Force to Coordinate Efforts to Clean Up Madison-area Lakes (Feb. 25, 2013) MADISON, Wisc- Dane County Executive Joe Parisi on Monday signed a county resolution authorizing creation of a new task force to help coordinate and oversee the work that's under way to reduce phosphorus pollution in the Yahara Chain of Lakes.
	Wind farm application denied but... (Feb. 23, 2013) The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin voted 2-1 on Thursday, Feb. 14, to deny an application from Highland Wind Farm, LLC, for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to construct a 102.5 megawatt (MW) wind electric facility in the Towns of Forest and Cylon in St. Croix County.
	PSC puts Highland Wind Project on hold (Feb. 21, 2013) The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) voted 2-1 to put the proposed Highland Wind Project in St. Croix County on hold, inviting the developer to reapply for a permit using different sound modeling.
	Mark Redsten: Wind is clean, safe energy choice for Wisconsin (Jan. 16, 2013) For the past few weeks, a debate over the safety of wind farms has created headlines in Wisconsin, taking over the discussion about our energy future.
	Study finds no link between wind farm sound and health impacts (Jan. 10, 2013) A series of tests on homes near the Shirley Wind Farm in Brown County found no evidence linking low frequency sound from wind turbines to health impacts, according to a study released late last week.
	Is there Trouble with Wind Power? PCS's wind turbine study provides no negative evidence (Jan. 9, 2013) Last week, state Rep. André Jacque (R-De Pere) called on the state to suspend the permitting process for wind projects, saying that the noise created by wind turbines is a danger to the public’s health.
	Q&A: Clean Wisconsin's lobbyist doubts we'll see a mine soon (Jan. 6, 2013) For Clean Wisconsin’s chief lobbyist, Amber Meyer Smith, the official start of the legislative session Monday feels a lot like last session.
	For the Record: Focus on Energy (Jan. 4, 2013) Neil Heinen talks with the brains behind a statewide program designed to ensure energy efficiency and renewable resources.
	Relaxing mining rules tops state lawmakers' agenda (Nov. 10, 2012) Loosening mining regulations is at the top of state lawmakers' agenda in the upcoming two-year session, a goal that eluded Republicans even though they controlled both houses for most of the last session.
	Leave leaves out of lakes (Oct.16, 2012) This fall’s leaves can lead to next summers algae blooms in our lakes. Sam Weis with Madison-based Clean Wisconsin said the colorful autumn foliage can be a problem once it hits the ground – because of the phosphorous the leaves contain.
	Environmental Groups Urge Caution in Mining Laws Rewrite (Sep.26, 2012) Environmental groups are urging a group of state lawmakers to use caution as they consider a rewrite of Wisconsin's iron mining laws.
	GOP lawmaker seeks to freeze WI's renewable energy mandate (Sep.11, 2012) A legislator who represents a part of Sheboygan County where a small wind farm has been proposed wants to freeze the state’s renewable energy mandate.
	Op-Ed: Prioritize precious lakes (Sep. 9, 2012) Ironman helps highlight how important clean lakes are to the Madison region's economy, image and quality of life.
	Coal ash puts ferry's future in rough waters (Sep. 8, 2012) This could be the final season for the ferry SS Badger, the last coal-fired steamship on the Great Lakes.
	Lake Koshkonong Ruling could set precedent (Sep. 6, 2012) The court fight over water levels at Lake Koshkonong took the stage for its final act Wednesday when oral arguments kicked off in front of the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
	Supreme Court Case to Effect Lake Levels? (Sep. 5, 2012) A case before the state Supreme Court today could affect the raising and lowering of some lake levels around Wisconsin.
	U.S. District Court: EPA's Air Pollution Rule Exceeded Authority (Aug. 21, 2012) Clean Wisconsin calls Tuesday’s federal appeals court ruling on power plant emissions, “a real loss for American citizens.”
	Environmentalists Decry Court Ruling on Power Plant Emissions Rule (Aug. 21, 2012) A federal court decision on Tuesday struck down a proposed environmental rule aimed at limiting the amount of soot and smog from coal-fired power plants that drifts into neighboring states.
	Environmental Victory in Milwaukee (Aug. 20, 2012) An environmental group is declaring a victory for public health and the environment in Milwaukee. Residents in downtown Milwaukee should eventually be able to breathe easier, after We Energies announced new plans to convert its aging, coal-fired Valley Power Plant to cleaner-burning natural gas.
	Power Plant to Switch from Coal to Natural Gas (Aug. 17, 2012) The environmental group, Clean Wisconsin says the move to natural gas is a major health victory for the 24,000 people living within one mile of the plant, and the 30,000 Milwaukee children who suffer from asthma.
	We Energies Will Convert Valley Plant to Natural Gas (Aug. 17, 2012) We Energies says it will convert its power plant in the Menomonee Valley from a coal plant to natural gas. The plant generates electricity for the power grid and produces steam for heating downtown Milwaukee buildings.