It’s time for bold, urgent action to move Wisconsin away from coal
November 3, 2021
The state’s largest energy provider has announced plans to stop burning coal within the next 14 years. WEC Energy Group, which owns the two largest remaining coal-fired plants in Wisconsin...…
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Large-scale solar can help protect the special places we call home
September 22, 2021
It is a great privilege to raise my family on our farm in the Driftless Area of Wisconsin. My daughter chases after Monarchs…
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Just how bad is tar sands oil for our climate?
September 20, 2021
By now, most of us have heard the term, “tar sands.” These underground deposits of thick, sticky petroleum called bitumen can be found all over the world, but a massive deposit in Alberta, Canada, often gets the most attention...…
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MG&E Agrees to Lower Fixed Charges, Expand Smart Thermostat Program in Rate Case Settlement
September 9, 2021
Madison Gas and Electric (MG&E) has agreed to lower its fixed charges for electricity, which had been among the highest in the state, after Clean Wisconsin and other advocacy groups intervened in its latest rate case...…
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Leveling Up Energy Efficiency
March 18, 2021
While energy efficiency might not seem as flashy as solar panels or electric vehicles, it is the foundation of an effective strategy for ushering in a sustainable future.…
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Under the Lens: Just how bad is tar sands oil for the climate?
March 15, 2021
With the proposed rerouting of the Line 5 Pipeline in northern Wisconsin making headlines last year and currently going through the environmental impact analysis process with the Department of Natural Resources, this column takes a look at tar sands oil and its effect on climate change.…
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Clean Wisconsin applauds announced closing of Columbia power plant
February 2, 2021
The closing of this coal plant is yet another step towards our clean energy future in Wisconsin, reducing our carbon emissions and protecting public health.…
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