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Commitment to Modest Renewable Energy Goal Avoids Significant Pollution In Wisconsin	9/2/2004
Wisconsin's almost exclusive reliance on fossil fuels means that Wisconsin's citizens will be faced with significant amounts of pollution that could be avoided if Wisconsin were to commit to getting more renewable energy.
New Coal Plants Would Increase U.S. Global Warming Pollution by Ten Percent	7/20/2006
Energy companies are planning to build over 150 coal-fired power plants in locations across the United States, according to a report released today by WISPIRG. If built, the plants would increase total U.S. global warming pollution by 10 percent and lock in decades of excess emissions.
Wind Power the Best Environmental Choice for Wisconsin	7/20/2005
WISPIRG released a new report today, The Environmental Case for Wind Power in Wisconsin. The report lays out the long-term environmental consequences of continuing to rely almost exclusively on coal and nuclear power rather than aggressively pursuing wind power to meet our growing energy needs.
Consumers Pay the Price for Shortsighted Policies: The Bush Administration Fails to Reduce America's Oil Dependence	5/27/2004
Consumers will spend almost twice as much as they should to travel to Memorial Day hotspots, because of shortsighted automobile fuel economy policies, according to a report released today by the WISPIRG Foundation.
Wisconsin's Economy Could Profit From Renewable Energy	4/16/2003
Not counting its solar resources, Wisconsin has the potential to generate almost twice its current electricity generation from renewable sources of energy – enough to power more than one million homes.
Assembly Votes to Put Wisconsin on a Cleaner Energy Path	3/8/2006
Last night the Assembly voted unanimously in favor of SB 459, a bill that would require utilities to get 10% of their energy from renewable energy by 2015, make the state a leader by purchasing 20% of its energy from renewable sources by 2011, and protect the Public Benefits Fund which provides funding for energy efficiency and conservation.
Sen. Feingold Earns A "B" And Sen. Kohl Earns A "D-" Grade On Energy Bill Votes	3/28/2002
Sen. Kohl has failed to make the grade with his votes so far on a national energy bill, according to an Energy report card released today by a coalition of environmental groups. Sen. Kohl and Sen. Feingold earned grades of D- and B in the evaluation.
Governor To Sign Legislation Bring More Clean Energy To Wisconsin	3/17/2006
Governor Doyle signed SB 459, a bill that would require utilities to get 10% of their energy from renewable energy by 2015, make the state a leader by purchasing 20% of its energy from renewable sources by 2011, and protect the Public Benefits Fund which provides funding for energy efficiency and conservation.
Senate Votes 32 to 1 to Put Wisconsin on a Cleaner Energy Path	2/22/2006
Tuesday, the Senate voted in favor of SB 459, a bill that would require utilities to get 10% of their energy from renewable energy by 2015, make the state a leader by purchasing 20% of its energy from renewable sources by 2011, and protect the Public Benefits Fund which provides funding for energy efficiency and conservation.
WISPIRG Calls on Leaders to Break America’s Oil Habit in 2006	12/21/2005
In the wake of this year’s high gasoline prices, Wisconsin’s consumers will pay $163 million more than they should at the gas pump in 2006 because of shortsighted automobile fuel economy policies.
President Signs Landmark Oil Savings Legislation, Renewable Energy Policies are Critical Next Steps	12/19/2007
Earlier today, President Bush signed a bipartisan energy bill that represents the first time in more than thirty years that Congress has acted to increase fuel economy. Speaker Pelosi and Majority Leader Reid, along with Chairman Dingell and Chairman Markey, deserve tremendous credit for breaking the decades-long log jam on fuel economy.
Senate Rejects Disastrous Energy Bill	11/21/2003
Statement of Anna Aurilio, Legislative Director
New Study Finds U.S. Senate Auto Fuel Economy Standards will Save Wisconsin Consumers $500 Million in 2020	11/19/2007
Madison, WI -- A new report by Wisconsin Environment finds that the automobile fuel economy provision in the Senate energy bill would save Wisconsin consumers $500 million dollars at the pump in 2020, reduce oil consumption by 22,148 thousand barrels per day and would be the equivalent of taking 267,908 thousand cars off the road.
WISCONSIN LAUDED FOR LEADERSHIP ON CLEAN ENERGY: WISCONSIN ENVIRONMENT CALLS ON CONGRESS TO PASS ENERGY BILL THIS YEAR	11/14/2007
Madison, WI – Wisconsin has earned a rising star for its bold leadership to increase renewable energy and save energy, according to a report released today by Wisconsin Environment.
WISPIRG Launches Campaign Calling on Candidates to Support a New Energy Future	10/5/2006
The Wisconsin Public Interest Research Group (WISPIRG) today launched a new campaign calling on congressional candidates to support policies to move America beyond oil and toward a cleaner energy future.
WISPIRG Report Shows Ten Opportunities to Build New Energy Future	10/26/2006
The Wisconsin Public Interest Research Group (WISPIRG) today unveiled the ten best opportunities to move America beyond fossil fuels and toward a cleaner, more secure energy future for America.
Polluters Poised To Reap $62 Billion In Tax Dollars	1/31/2002
Government subsidies to oil, coal and nuclear power industries could double if the Senate passes H.R. 4, the House energy bill.
Congress Votes For A New Energy Future	08/06/2007
Over the weekend, the House of Representatives voted 241-172 to pass “The New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act” (H.R. 3221), including an amendment to establish a national Renewable Electricity Standard (RES). The passage of the RES along with the package of legislation included in H.R. 3221 will make significant steps toward a cleaner and more secure energy future for the United States.
New Report Highlights Economic Benefit of a Federal Renewable Electricity Standard	07/17/2007
(Madison) – Wisconsin Environment released a new report today from the Union of Concerned Scientists, "Cashing in on Clean Energy". According to the report, a national renewable electricity standard requiring utilities to increase their use of wind, solar and other renewable energy sources to 20% of their energy production by the year 2020 would generate 4,240 new jobs in Wisconsin, lower electric and natural gas bills, and slash global warming pollution.
New White Paper: Stronger Building Energy Codes and Incentives Could Lead to Dramatic Energy Savings in Buildings	07/01/2008
Madison, WI - According to a new white paper released today by Wisconsin Environment, “Building an Energy-Efficient America: Zero Energy and High Efficiency Buildings” the country's energy consumption could be cut by 11 percent through simple building efficiency measures.
Statement of Dan Kohler, Director, Wisconsin Environment, on Potential of Wind Energy to Meet America’s Energy Needs	05/12/2008
“Today the Bush administration’s Department of Energy has released a report showing it is technically feasible to meet 20% of America’s electricity needs with wind power by 2030. According to the American Wind Energy Association, achieving 20% wind by 2030 would reduce global warming pollution by 825 million metric tons of CO2 in 2030 alone, the equivalent of taking 140 million cars off the road.

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