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Critics fume over diesel generator health concerns at AI data center
While DNR readies a final report on emissions from backup generators at the Port Washington data center, environmental groups hold different views on health and environmental benchmarks.
Construction materials prices spike as war in Iran rages on
Natural gas and crude oil prices spiked last month, putting pressure on construction prices as conflict between the U.S. and Iran continues.
State’s diesel emission rule losing steam (UPDATE)
By Joe Lanane A shared skepticism between industry representatives and the state Department of Natural Resources‘ new secretary might kill the agency’s proposed diesel emission rule. “We want to be […]
Industry groups start drive for diesel rules (UPDATE)
By Paul Snyder Fearing a diesel emissions crackdown that could cripple construction company budgets, industry groups want new rules approved before the state has a chance to study the issue. […]
Trash to gas: Landfill energy projects increasing
By JASON DEAREN Associated Press Writer LIVERMORE, Calif. (AP) — Hundreds of trash trucks across California are rumbling down city streets using clean fuel made from a dirty source: garbage. […]
Bad year for biofuel ends on a dour note
By SEAN MURPHY Associated Press Writer OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — An alternative fuel for diesel engines is off to a shaky start this year though it emits fewer pollutants and […]
Wisconsin steers clear of diesel debate (AUDIO)
By Sean Ryan Builders nationwide are fighting a proposed California rule requiring reductions in diesel emissions from construction equipment. Industry groups fear California’s rule will set a standard for other […]
Next exit: A greener truck stop
Nathalie Weinstein Dolan Media Newswires Portland, OR — At Jubitz Travel Center in Northeast Portland, the air is thick with the smell of diesel and the low rumble of dozens […]
Associated General Contractors of America fuming about exhaust rules
Justin Carinci Dolan Media Newswires Portland, OR — New diesel emissions rules could hit California contractors starting next year, and a national contractors group wants to stop those rules from […]
EPA grant targets Minnesota diesel
Brian Johnson Dolan Media Newswires Minneapolis — A $3 million federal stimulus grant is headed to Minnesota as part of an effort to reduce pollution from diesel-powered equipment. The U.S. […]
Today’s News
- TOP BIDDERS: The biggest recent winning bids from around Wisconsin | July 21
- State warns of workers’ compensation scam targeting victims
- Washington County housing initiative brings back young homeowners
- South Milwaukee apartment project canceled after financing shortfall
- Governor candidate supports moratorium for future data centers
- Wausau Equipment facility changes hands in New Berlin
- Wisconsin Laborers union backs Crowley in governor’s race
- Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez drops out of governor’s race
- Home construction planned for former Manitowoc mall site
- Local costs a factor in I-794 removal proposal
- Wisconsin Pre-Bid Meetings – Week of July 20, 2026
- Rockwell’s New Berlin proposal gets initial approval
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)