“This proposed groundwater standard is a great first step to tackle this issue head on. We’re pleased that PFAS pollution is a priority for the Evers Administration during the Year of Clean Drinking Water.”
Clean Wisconsin criticized the Environmental Protection Agency’s rewrite of the Clean Power Plan Wednesday, saying the new rule does not change the reality that clean energy like wind and solar are more economical than coal and natural gas.
Clean Wisconsin is praising the Great Lakes Governors & Premiers for detailing regional actions to protect drinking water from PFAS and lead in communities across the Great Lakes Basin and to address the threat of invasive species around the Great Lakes. These actions were announced at their annual Leadership Summit in Milwaukee on Friday.
“The Joint Finance Committee squandered a great opportunity to encourage and enable EV travel in Wisconsin.”
“The high number of wells with nitrate pollution above the health standard from both sampling rounds tell us we need to tackle this problem sooner rather than later. Southwest Wisconsin families deserve safe, clean drinking water, and right now it’s clear many of them don’t have it.”
“This bill is one of the most comprehensive proposals in the nation and lays the foundation for a long-term plan to tackle PFAS pollution in Wisconsin.”
Governor Tony Evers introduced the 2019-2021 State Budget in late February this year, proposing big investments in programs for clean water and energy in Wisconsin—the biggest we have seen in many years.
In order to achieve the 100% carbon-free electricity goal in Wisconsin, we need to make big investments across the board to transition electricity generation towards solar and wind.
Looking forward to spending time outside this summer? When you head out the door, you probably check the weather to see if you need a jacket or an umbrella—but on hot sunny days, you should also check to see if air quality poses a risk to your health. Doing so is easy, and it could save your life.
The latest news on the budget. Plus: Take action to stop a new gas plant in Superior.
