Wisconsin News

The following news clips highlight Wisconsin involvement in recent renewable energy and energy efficiency projects and list in chronological order. Here you can scroll through of stories dating back to 2003. Alternatively, you can search state energy news by state and topic.

July 5, 2012

Energy Department Awards $14 Million for Energy Efficiency in 22 States

The Energy Department announced that it has awarded $14 million in new investments through its State Energy Program to state-led energy efficiency projects in 22 states. More

February 29, 2012

City of Milwaukee (WI) Installs 100 kW Wind Turbine

The City of Milwaukee, Wisconsin completed the Port of Milwaukee Wind Turbine project, which began in November 2011. Kettle View Renewable Energy assisted with installation of the 100 kilowatt (kW) Northwind100 wind turbine, with final commissioning completed by WE Energies. The wind turbine is located next to the Port of Milwaukee's administration building. More

January 11, 2012

Wisconsin Surpasses its DOE-Backed Home Energy Efficiency Goal

Wisconsin has surpassed its home energy efficiency goal established with the DOE under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. More

September 21, 2011

Green Racing Marks Its 25th Competition

The DOE-sponsored Green Racing program, which raises awareness of alternative fuels and energy efficiency, has hit a milestone with its 25th race in the Michelin Green X Challenge. More

September 7, 2011

DOE Awards up to $12 Million to Support Drop-In Biofuels

DOE will award up to $12 million in support of three drop-in biofuels projects in Illinois, North Carolina, and Wisconsin. More

May 26, 2010

Wisconsin Creates a Green To Gold Fund for Manufacturers

Wisconsin has adopted a new law creating a "Green to Gold Fund," a $100 million revolving loan pool for use by manufacturers to reduce their energy costs. More

May 7, 2010

Wisconsin Establishes Clean Energy Consortium

Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle has established clean energy consortium, which combines government and industry experts with the research and development capabilities of academic institutions. More

October 2, 2009

Wisconsin Governor Signs Wind Turbine Siting Legislation

The Wisconsin governor signs a measure which will streamline statewide siting regulations for wind power projects. More

September 16, 2009

DOE Delivers $354 Million for Energy Efficiency Projects in 22 States

DOE has awarded $354 million from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to 22 states under the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program. More

August 13, 2009

DOE Funds Clean Energy Projects on Tribal Lands and Alaska Villages

DOE announced on August 13 its award of up to $13.6 million in multi-year funding for new clean energy projects on tribal lands. In addition to the Alaskan villages, the funding will go to tribes and in Arizona, Arkansas, California, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Washington, and Wisconsin. More

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