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If Congress funds President Obama’s $475 million Great Lakes initiative MADISON — The people, businesses and communities of Wisconsin have much to gain if Congress funds a new $475 million Obama Administration initiative to restore the Great Lakes, conservation leaders said today.

Environmentalists, business owners, farmers and labor support wind siting reform at joint hearing MADISON — Representatives from environmental, business, farm, and labor organizations convened today in a joint legislative hearing held at the Capitol to encourage legislators to create jobs and improve outdoor air quality by passing sensible standards for permitting safe wind farms in

Broad spectrum of stakeholders outlines strong recommendations MINNEAPOLIS — Environmental groups, utilities, petroleum and manufacturing corporations working to advise the Midwestern Governors Association met today in Minneapolis and agreed on draft final recommendations for a Midwest cap and trade program to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

New report shows vast potential for energy savings and job growth MADISON — Wisconsin could save hundreds of millions of dollars and create over 7000 permanent jobs by investing in energy efficiency according to a draft report released yesterday by the Energy Center of Wisconsin.

Community members discuss economic and environmental solutions for NE Wisconsin MADISON — Business, education, faith, farm, and environmental interests met with local residents at Heritage Hills State Historical Park in Green Bay last night to highlight how clean energy initiatives can help the region overcome the economic recession. “With its robust manufacturing and agricultural history,

Announcement of new solar installation on Capitol draws huge audience MADISON — Setting the stage for increased renewable energy and energy efficiency throughout Wisconsin today, Governor Jim Doyle announced a solar panel installation on the roof of the State Capitol.

Legislators work to reduce toxic mercury threat as anglers prepare for fishing opener MADISON — As anglers across the state gather their rods, reels, and tackle boxes for the much-anticipated fishing opener this weekend, legislators in the capitol gather support for a bill intended to address an invisible but persistent threat lurking in Wisconsin waters

Measure would put Wisconsinites to work producing safe, reliable wind energy MADISON — Representatives from the business, farm, labor and environmental communities stood behind State Senator Jeff Plale (D-South Milwaukee), Representative Jim Solestki (D-Green Bay) and Representative Phil Montgomery (R-Ashwaubenon) in the Capitol today as they introduced a bipartisan bill designed to create jobs by

Legislation would prohibit the sale of non-essential products containing toxic mercury MADISON — The fish caught in Wisconsin waters might soon be much healthier to eat after Senator Jauch and Representative Danou began circulating a bill today that would protect the health of Wisconsin residents as well as preserve the state’s strong fishing tradition by

Five money-saving tips that protect the environment MADISON — Doing your part to protect Wisconsin’s environment this Earth Day need not be a costly endeavor; in fact, there are many actions you can take that can help restore the environment as well as your bank account balance. “Doing the right thing for the environment doesn’t