Wisconsin regulators approve solar project despite local land use concerns
The 150 MW Onion River solar project was approved for construction, despite opposition from members of the community over the potential loss of crop land near Green Bay.
Solar wins big as Wisconsin regulators approve Alliant capacity additions
The Earth Day decisions allows the utility to move forward with six solar facilities with a combined capacity of 675 MW and a price tag of more than $880 million.
Alliant Energy proposes 414 MW more of Wisconsin solar
The six projects would range in size from 50 to 100 MW and would almost double the state’s current installed solar capacity.
Wisconsin utilities propose another big solar+storage project
We Energies, Wisconsin Public Service, and Madison Gas and Electric want to add 325 MW of solar+storage, building on earlier plans to add a 310 MW project.
Renewables group sues Wisconsin regulators over third-party solar financing
The Midwest Renewable Energy Association alleges that uncertainty about leases and power purchase agreements hurts the state’s solar industry.
University wins approval for a 2.4 MW solar array in Wisconsin
The university claimed the project will be the largest state-owned solar array and will help save $217,000 annually.
Alliant Energy to ditch coal early, add more solar in Wisconsin
The utility company plans to retire the last of its coal-fired facilities in the state by the end of 2024.
Solar groups sue Wisconsin regulators over fixed charge fees
Alleging that the fixed charge fees unfairly discriminate, Sierra Club and Vote Solar filed a lawsuit against the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin.
Alliant Energy donates community solar for local Habitat for Humanity families
The donation of solar blocks from a 1 MW project will go toward reducing the electric bills for people living in Habitat homes.
Mercury Marine powers its sustainability goals with solar PV at world HQ
“We are committed to our focus on sustainable business practices,” said the president of the engine maker.
