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UN says booming solar, wind and other green energy hits global tipping point for even lower costs
The global switch to renewable energy has passed a "positive tipping point" where solar and wind power will become even cheaper and more widespread, the United Nations reported.
Alliant Energy plans energy storage facility near Portage
A project to use CO2 to power up to 18,000 homes will use components from Italian startup Energy Dome.
EPA to cut 3,700 jobs, shut down science research office
The EPA is eliminating its research office and cutting 3,700 jobs in a major reorganization that shifts focus to applied science under Trump policies.
After “big, beautiful” bill cuts clean energy credits, industry experts weigh in
Developers must decide whether to act on the bill’s 12-month grace period and begin construction before next summer or online before the end of 2027 to qualify for certain solar and wind tax credits.
DNR, Ducks Unlimited to start Brillion river dredging project in the fall
Invasive cattail mat removal to improve flow in the north branch of the Manitowoc River will start in fall 2025.
Evers signs bills to bolster nuclear power
Gov. Tony Evers signs bills to study fusion energy and launch a nuclear tech board, aiming to make Wisconsin a national hub for nuclear innovation.
Army Corps analysis finds Great Lakes pipeline tunnel would have sweeping environmental impacts
Building an underground tunnel for Line 5 in Michigan could destroy animal habitats and wetlands, but it would cut the risk of oil spills from anchoring boats.
$14 billion in clean energy projects have been canceled in the US this year, analysis says
A new analysis finds that more than $14 billion in clean energy projects in the U.S. have been canceled this year.
House GOP bill slashes clean energy tax credits
House Republicans pass a bill cutting clean energy tax credits and boosting fossil fuels, challenging Biden’s climate law. Senate vote expected soon.
Severe thunderstorms down trees, knock out power across Wisconsin
Severe storms hit the Midwest with tornadoes, softball-size hail, and 76 mph winds, leaving thousands in Wisconsin, Illinois and Michigan without power.
Performance contracts gain traction as energy costs rise
Performance contracting helps governments and schools cut energy costs, reduce emissions, and avoid debt as prices and clean energy goals increase.
Biden-era grant for western Wisconsin renewable project continues under Trump
President Trump affirmed a $595 million clean energy grant for Dairyland Power, backing rural electric projects under an Inflation Reduction Act program.
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- Marquette professor wins Milek Fellowship with ‘Goldilocks’ solution to an earthquake engineering problem
- Big Bend planners recommend permit for athletic complex’s 1st phase
- Wisconsin Pre-Bid Meetings – Week of April 20, 2026
- $3M commitment boosts Milwaukee plan for nearly 100 affordable homes
- Where Wisconsin governor candidates stand on data center construction
- Marshfield plans $7.6 million youth center at former J.C. Penney building
- Milwaukee convention hotel plan advances with possible $500 million financing
- 49 townhomes set for downtown Milwaukee’s north edge
- The Brewers’ roof is leaking. But it could be worse
- Wisconsin Supreme Court holds Pabst liable for asbestos exposure at Milwaukee brewery
- Colliers brokers $9.5M sale of Milwaukee townhome community
- BUILDING BLOCKS: Pomp’s Tire Service in DeForest
Project Profiles
- First prefabricated bridge in US installed in Eau Claire County
- Illinois developer worked with Wisconsin contractor to build 258-unit Wauwatosa apartment complex
- VJS Construction raises the roof for Bruce Guadalupe Community School expansion project
- Microgrid pilot project will store energy for village affected by outages
- Dane County sees uptick in highway work zone crashes, on track to exceed last year
- The Hop streetcar will debut newest service route in fall with limited service
- FPC Live slims venue proposal to 1 downtown building
- Children’s Hospital urgent care center in Milwaukee gets first round of city approval
- With Sonag Construction shut down, feds move to block indicted owner from collecting leftover assets
- Four contractors selected to build border wall prototypes
- UW-Milwaukee’s Greenstreet shaping minds (and the city)
- Turning the Corner(s) (PHOTO SLIDESHOW)