The Sisters of St. Francis of the Holy Cross in Green Bay are turning to solar to reduce their annual electricity costs. Among the top 25 largest solar PV systems in the state, the Sisters’ …
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Growth in Wind Energy Reduces U.S. Carbon Emissions
The wind energy industry growth in the U.S. in 2013 has reduced carbon emissions by 96 million metric tons, or 4.4% of total U.S. power sector emissions – the largest contributor to climate change, according …
Clean Energy Sector Remains Strong in IL
The Clean Jobs Illinois report found that 96,785 workers statewide spend some portion of their day supporting clean energy. Energy efficiency accounts for almost two-third (62 percent) of the jobs, while renewable energy accounts for 28 percent. …
Shining a Light on ENERGY STAR in Wisconsin
Between 2000 and 2013, the number of Wisconsin ENERGY STAR certified buildings has increased from 43 to 582, according to a new report titled Leaders in Efficiency: Energy Star Buildings in Wisconsin. The report, released by …
Wisconsin’s First Community Solar Project Under Way
The Vernon Electric Cooperative (VEC) is partnering with Clean Energy Collective (CEC), a national community solar developer, on the first community-owned utility-scale solar project in Wisconsin. Located at their headquarters in Westby, WI any member …
Clean Energy Choice Introduced in Wisconsin Assembly
A Clean Energy Choice bill – LRB 4412, introduced by Representatives Gary Tauchen (R-6, Bonduel) and Chris Taylor (D-76, Madison) on March 21, would allow Wisconsin farms, businesses, and citizens additional financing options for sourcing renewable energy …
USDA Announces Regional Hubs to Help Agriculture, Forestry Mitigate Impacts of Changing Climate
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the creation of the first ever Regional Hubs for Risk Adaptation and Mitigation to Climate Change at seven locations around the country. These “Climate Hubs” will address …
Wisconsin’s Small Businesses Save More Than $12 Million in Energy Costs
The Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (MEEA) recognized Focus on Energy’s Small Business Program with a 2013 Inspiring Efficiency Innovation Award. More than 9,000 small businesses in Wisconsin saved 100 million kWh of electricity and over …
Leonardo Academy Awarded $586k EPA Clean Diesel Grant
EPA and the Midwest Clean Diesel Initiative have awarded $586,698 to Leonardo Academy of Madison, WI for clean diesel projects as part of the National Clean Diesel Funding Assistance Program. The grant is designed to …
Third-Party Solar in Wisconsin – Monona Case Study
The City of Monona is a recent Wisconsin case study of a successful third-party solar installation. The city, at no up- front cost, just installed 156 kW of solar PV arrays on roofs of 4 …