Climate Change Task Force unveils recommendations
December 10, 2020
We are confident that Wisconsin can take meaningful action to combat the climate crisis.…
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Dirty Water Rule puts Wisconsin’s drinking water at risk.
August 10, 2020
This truth is why in 1972, Congress enacted the bipartisan Clean Water Act to protect our nation’s streams and wetlands and keep our water safe. And it’s why in 2020, Clean Wisconsin filed a lawsuit in federal court with other environmental groups to challenge the Trump Administration’s “Dirty Water Rule,” which will wipe out many of these vital protections.…
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Digging deeper: What are ephemeral streams and non-adjacent wetlands?
August 9, 2020
The Dirty Water Rule will have major impacts to water quality due to the importance of ephemeral streams and non-adjacent wetlands. But what are these waterbodies?…
Read MoreSilence isn’t an option.
June 1, 2020
At Clean Wisconsin, we believe we have a responsibility to address the ways in which environmental issues impact the most vulnerable communities.…
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The Year of Clean Drinking Water is over. What comes next?
March 16, 2020
Early last year, in his State of the State Address, Gov. Evers declared 2019 the Year of Clean Drinking Water. While 2019 is behind us, the governor has continually reiterated—through his words and actions—his support for efforts to address polluted drinking water that plagues too many Wisconsin residents.…
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Under the Lens: Is Wisconsin seeing more heavy rain events?
March 10, 2020
One of the anticipated impacts of climate change in Wisconsin is an increase in extreme storms and subsequent flood events. Those of us in southern Wisconsin got a taste of this from the storm last August that dropped nearly of a foot rain in parts of Dane County, and many other areas of the state experienced similar heavy rain events. While it is impossible to definitively attribute a particular event to climate change, is there any evidence that we are already experiencing more heavy rain events?…
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Why we’re suing to stop the Nemadji Trail Energy Center
February 28, 2020
The environmental impacts, from a warming climate to local water concerns, would be felt by all Wisconsin residents. That’s why we feel it is important to take this legal stand.…
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Nitrate pollution’s impact on Wisconsin’s health & economy
February 24, 2020
Our research puts a number on the nitrate pollution crisis being felt around the state. Not only is this a serious threat to human health, but it has a major impact on our state’s economy.…
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The Myth of “Intermittent” Renewable Energy
October 16, 2019
Here's why we don't need another gas plant in Wisconsin.…
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6 things you should do if your well is polluted
October 14, 2019
If you think your well may be contaminated, here are some steps you should take to protect you and your family from the health risks associated with polluted drinking water.…
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