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Studies and computer models look at the state's roadmap to net zero for the electric sector.
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After lengthy debate Thursday, Wisconsin's Public Service Commission voted to allow We Energies to increase rates in 2023.
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The Milwaukee Democratic Socialists of America and partner groups seek a publicly-owned or cooperative utility to replace We Energies.
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Critics say a proposed rate hike by We Energies for new solar and natural gas generation pits low-income residents against clean energy advocates, taking too much profit for shareholders.
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Renewable energy is considered a cornerstone of a sustainable future. Solar power generation is a key element, one that’s growing. According to the National Solar Jobs Census published this week, solar jobs increased by more than 9% from 2020 to 2021. WUWM looks at the state of solar careers in Wisconsin.
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Fifty low-income homeowners in Milwaukee and Waukesha counties will get financial help to upgrade their living spaces to be more energy efficient, thanks to a half-million dollar innovation grant from the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin.
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Komatsu says it still has production workers at the facility it bought six years ago from P&H/Joy Global at the border of Milwaukee and West Milwaukee, near the Zablocki VA. But that older site will eventually be vacated and possibly sold for re-development. A watchdog group hopes mining for needed minerals won't repeat mistakes of past mining.
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The solar energy industry is asking the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin for a decision on third-party financing of rooftop solar panels. This option allows roof owners who can't afford the whole cost of solar panels upfront to sign a lease or cut another type of deal. We Energies is among the utilities fighting this.
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The controversy is over whether nuclear power is needed, as the world takes on climate change.
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Milwaukee homeowner Francesca Dawson is one example of an effort to make sure cleaner energy reaches all neighborhoods.