WisconsinMarch 19, 2008: Energy Efficiency Could Bolster EconomyPosted March 19th, 2008 by ElenaVelkovEnvironment Illinois has issued a report showing that increased energy efficiency could save money and increase jobs. Associated Press March 18, 2008: Doyle: Cut Mercury Pollution 90 PercentPosted March 18th, 2008 by ElenaVelkovWisconsin Governor Jim Doyle put forward an administrative rule to decrease mercury pollution from coal plants, one reason being that it will reduce health-care related costs. Capital Times March 16, 2008: Bay City Plant Getting Power From WindPosted March 16th, 2008 by ElenaVelkovWisconsin's SC Johnson announced that it will access wind energy for half of its elecricity. WWJ Radio March 13, 2008: We Energies Seeks Another Rate IncreasePosted March 13th, 2008 by ElenaVelkovLike many utilities around the region, Wisconsin's We Energies is raising its rates. Journal Sentinel March 7, 2008: State Will Give Nonprofits $213,000 for Utility HearingPosted March 7th, 2008 by ElenaVelkovThe Wisconsin Public Service Commission will grant more than $200,000 for state nonprofits to fight Alliant Energy's proposed coal plant. Journal Sentinel March 1, 2008: DNR Official Touts BiofuelsPosted March 1st, 2008 by ElenaVelkovThe Department of Natura Resources talks about Wisconsin's potential for biomass and biofuel. Stevens Point Journal Feb. 29, 2008: 300 More Schools Heated With Wood?Posted February 29th, 2008 by ElenaVelkovWisconsin's Focus on Energy has determined that Wisconsin schools could save energy and money by switching to wood heat. Associated Press Feb. 29, 2008: Assembly Passes on Chance to Affect Real ChangePosted February 29th, 2008 by ElenaVelkovA University of Wisconsin student addresses the state Assembly's inaction on global warming. Badger Herald Feb. 27, 2008: Governor Stands by GoalsPosted February 27th, 2008 by ElenaVelkovWisconsin Governor Jim Doyle address the business community and highlighted his economic goals through biofuels. Holmen Courier Feb. 24, 2008: Task Force Calls for Wind-siting ChangesPosted February 24th, 2008 by ElenaVelkovAt the recommendation of the Wisconsin Task Force on Global Warming, lawmakers are putting forward a bill to make it easier to build small-scale wind farms. Journal Sentinel  |
