Asks agency to set limits, monitor this carcinogen MADISON — Today, Clean Wisconsin asked the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to classify crystalline silica a “hazardous air pollutant” and to monitor how much of this carcinogenic toxin is being released into Wisconsin’s air. “There are at least 375 sources of this dangerous toxin in Wisconsin,
New report may uncover source of carcinogen in water MADISON – A new report may shed light on the source of cancer-causing chromium VI recently found in tap water tested in Milwaukee and Madison. A report released last week by Physicians for Social Responsibility, Earthjustice and the Environmental Integrity Project, called EPA’s Blind Spot: Hexavalent Chromium
Proposed wind ban would put Wisconsin at a disadvantage in the clean energy economy MADISON — The economic border battle is escalating as Illinois issues a call to Wisconsin wind energy companies to “escape to Illinois,” following Governor Scott Walker’s new special session bill that effectively bans new wind farms and kills jobs. The call
MADISON — A special session bill recently proposed by Governor Scott Walker includes many provisions that could hurt Wisconsin’s economy and environment, but one of the most perplexing proposals in this package is a new regulation that would effectively ban wind energy projects in Wisconsin. The regulatory reform bill proposed by Gov. Walker would close
MADISON — After more than a year of meetings and studies, the Midwestern Governors Association’s (MGA) Low Carbon Fuel Advisory Group has released a report detailing a regionally coordinated cleaner fuels policy. These recommendations are designed to lower pollution in transportation fuels. “The MGA report shows that cleaner fuel policies can be developed in ways
5 Mother Earth-approved New Year’s resolutions WISCONSIN — With the bubbly chilling, the crystal ball poised over Times Square for its annual descent, and Auld Lang Syne ready to play, the New Year brings with it the opportunity both to reflect on the past and look forward to the future. One way to help ensure
MADISON — After more than a year of meetings and studies, the Midwestern Governors Association’s (MGA) Low Carbon Fuel Advisory Group has released a report detailing a regionally coordinated cleaner fuels policy. These recommendations are designed to lower pollution in transportation fuels. “The MGA report shows that cleaner fuel policies can be developed in ways
Expansion will save homeowners and businesses million MADISON — In a move that will help keep energy bills affordable, the Joint Finance Committee voted today to approve a plan to expand Focus on Energy, the state’s energy efficiency program that has saved homeowners and businesses over $900 million since its inception in 2001. “Focus on
An earth-friendly guide to winter ice and snow removal WISCONSIN — You’ve pulled the boots and heavy coats out of the closet. Before you pull out the salt and snow blower though, consider the environmental impacts of your snow and ice removal practices. “Salt contaminates our water and can ruin surrounding soil and vegetation,” says
Increased investment in Focus on Energy will save ratepayers millions MADISON — In a decision that will create jobs and help homeowners and businesses save millions, the Public Service Commission (PSC) voted yesterday to increase support for Focus on Energy, the state’s energy efficiency program that has saved homeowners and businesses over $275,000,000 since its
