Boeing 777 jet completes test flight using Madison company’s plant-based biofuel
Virent describes itself as using plant-based sugars to make the compounds needed for sustainable jet fuel.
Energy
Alliant Energy building new battery energy storage system in Sheboygan
The 99-megawatt (MW) battery system will be located on a seven-acre parcel and can store enough energy to power over 100,000 Wisconsin homes for four hours.
Dane County promotes clean energy tax credits for businesses
For-profit businesses and tax-exempt entities such as local governments, schools, and nonprofit organizations are eligible for the credits that cover up to 30% of the cost of solar, geothermal, and battery storage projects.
Gov. Evers announces workforce, economic development plans
The governor is proposing a more than $50 million investment in Wisconsin’s health care workforce, as well as nearly $10 million for expanding clean energy job training and reemployment.
Madison suburbs exceed national average for carbon emissions
The Shorewood Hills and Regent neighborhoods of Madison rank higher than the national average for household emissions in all categories except transportation.
Local organizations honored as clean energy leaders
During its 12th annual Renewable Energy Summit, RENEW Wisconsin will honor individuals and businesses who have made significant and lasting advances in clean energy development in Wisconsin.
Local solar projects get boost from federal funds
Sun Prairie is receiving $3.2 million in funding that will go toward a solar radiation water pollution control facility that is described as a more sustainable process for treating wastewater.
Power restored after Sunday outage in Dane County
Most of the power in Oregon and Brooklyn was restored by early Sunday afternoon following a morning power outage that affected thousands of customers.
Alliant Energy appoints new president/COO
Lisa M. Barton most recently served as executive vice president and chief operating officer of American Electric Power (AEP), one of the largest electric utility companies in the United States.
Alliant Energy named to Newsweek’s Most Responsible Companies list for 3rd consecutive year
Alliant Energy was recognized as a top-25 company in the energy and utility industry based on a combination of its environmental, social, and governance scores.
City introduces program to help commercial building owners save money
The program aims to help commercial building owners increase the energy efficiency of their buildings, save money, and reduce their carbon footprint.
Evers declares state energy emergency
The new executive order, No. 183, will provide a 30-day waiver that will allow fuel suppliers to get caught up on deliveries due to weather-related delays.
Major Rock County solar project complete
Over the life of the solar facility, the town of Fulton and Rock County are expected to receive approximately $6 million in combined shared revenue payments.
Sun Prairie selected for $15K solar adoption program
SolarAPP+ is an online platform that instantly issues permits for code-compliant residential rooftop photovoltaic (PV) and battery systems.
US scientists announce fusion energy breakthrough
U.S. scientists have for the first time produced more energy in a fusion reaction than was used to ignite it — a major breakthrough in the decades-long quest to harness the process that powers the sun.
MGE grows solar and battery storage with purchase of Darien Solar Energy Center
Approval to purchase a share of the Darien Solar Energy Center is the latest step in advancing MGE's net-zero carbon electricity goal.
Stoughton recognized as national leader in renewable energy
Customers of Stoughton Utilities rank eighth in the nation for their green power participation rate, up two spots from their 2020 ranking.
Study: Wisconsin has 8th fewest EV chargers per capita
The analysis found that Wisconsin has a total of 949 electric vehicle chargers — 16.3 for every 100,000 residents, compared to 39.0 nationally.
Madison launches sustainability webpage
The page describes the city’s goals, programs, partnerships, and policies. The page also includes information about climate, energy, waste, transportation, water, and more.
MGE customers to see rates jump by 9%
In part, the increased rates will cover higher fuel costs along with the company’s plans to buy part of Alliant Energy’s new natural gas plant in Beloit.
