Eye on Wisconsin
Across the state, organizations, communities, and individuals are working for a brighter, cleaner, more equitable Wisconsin. Communicating viewpoints, sharing ideas, opportunities for action, and working collaboratively is central to moving Wisconsin forward.
Federal funds help to make a safe haven on Madeline Island | WCV Stories
Nov. 21, 2024 – On Madeline Island, the Town of La Pointe is building a groundbreaking microgrid project. With the island's remote location, energy self-sufficiency is a must.
READHabitat for Humanity helps Hillsboro families | WCV Stories
Nov. 20, 2024 – Habitat for Humanity of the Greater La Crosse Region is transforming affordable housing in Hillsboro by incorporating solar and battery storage into 10 new homes.
READFederal funding and community action are enhancing the Sauk Prairie School District | WCV Stories
Nov. 20, 2024 – In Prairie du Sac, a passionate group of community activists united to bring solar energy to their local high school.
READAffordable housing complex gains resilience with support from federal funding | WCV Stories
Nov. 12, 2024 – Through a grant program funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and administered by the PSC, Villa West installed solar panels and battery storage at three of its buildings.
READLike nature, we are resilient
Nov. 7, 2024 – Like nature, we are resilient. We must continue advocating for the waters, the lands, and the people in our state who depend on them. We must keep organizing and fighting for a more sustainable future for our children.
READBehind the scenes of a heat pump installation
Oct. 30, 2024 – Hear from WCV Executive Director Kerry Schumann about why she chose to have a heat pump installed at her home, how this equipment will help lower her carbon footprint
READFederal funding helps Couleecap help others
Oct. 16, 2024 – In the heart of Wisconsin's beautiful Driftless Region, Couleecap Inc. works to help fight poverty by carrying out home energy assessments and weatherization for low-income households.
READJaime's Story: how federal incentives helped improve her first home
Oct. 8, 2024 – Jaime Burkhalter, a first-time homeowner, shares how federal incentives from President Biden's Affordable Clean Energy Plan helped her cover the costs of a home energy assessment.
READJosh's Story: a chain reaction of clean energy upgrades
Sept. 12, 2024 – When Josh Brzeszkiewicz and his wife moved into their home in 2020, they knew it needed essential upgrades.
READChris saved thousands on solar thanks to the IRA | WCV Stories
Aug. 12, 2024 – When Chris Lannoye of Arlington, Wisconsin initially looked into residential solar in 2021, he couldn't justify the expense. Enter the IRA.
READJohn and Carrie's Story: How federal incentives helped us upgrade to an EV
Aug. 8, 2024 – John and Carrie Scherpelz are a couple in Madison who recently made the switch to an all-electric vehicle, with the help of the $7,500 EV credit made available through President Biden's Affordable Clean Energy Plan.
READJeff's Story: Making his dream of a solar powered home a reality
July, 18, 2024 – Jeff Rohlinger from Fitchburg turned his dream of having solar panels on his home into a reality.
READJacqui's story: Using federal incentives for affordable solar power
July 2, 2024 – Jacqui an educator and city council member in Stevens Point and recently installed solar on her home.
READCity of Green Bay leads the way for clean energy
July 2, 2024 – We're knocking on over 200,000 doors to make people aware of Pres. Biden's Affordable Clean Energy Plan.
READAppleton's new sustainable library is benefiting city residents | WCV Stories
Thanks to Pres. Biden's Affordable Clean Energy Plan, the City of Appleton was able to save almost two million dollars in the construction of their new library downtown.
READWisconsin launches HOMES rebate program | WCV Stories
In August, Wisconsin launched its Home Efficiency Rebates (HOMES) program and outlined the upcoming Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR).
READAffordable clean A/C with a heat pump
July 1, 2024 – Replace your A/C with a heat pump – and save money!
READSolar Savings Thanks to President Biden's Affordable Clean Energy Plan | WCV Shorts
Aug. 8, 2024 – President Biden's Affordable Clean Energy Plan made solar financially feasible for millions of Americans, like Jeff Rohlinger of Fitchburg. Hear about how these incentives made a difference in Jeff's transition to clean energy.
READCynthia Hirsch hosts DOE Secretary Jennifer Granholm in Madison
April 4, 2024 – We're spreading the word about Biden’s Affordable Clean Energy Plan across the country
READDon's story: Creating a clean energy home
March 1, 2024 – Don installed solar on his home, added a heat pump, and got a home energy audit thanks to federal benefits.
READWe had our most successful local elections program ever!
April 3, 2024 – Wisconsin Conservation Voters’ spring election program was our most successful to date and we invested the most in local races across the state of any independent organization.
READWisconsin has fair maps!
Feb. 19, 2024 – Gov. Tony Evers signed new, fair voting maps into law today! Your vote, your work, and your generosity made this victory possible.
READA farewell message from Dee Sweet, Native Vote Manager
Dec. 11, 2023 – Dee says goodbye after years building the Wisconsin Native Vote program into what it is today.
READEnough talk, it’s time to protect Wisconsin’s water from PFAS
Nov. 7, 2023 – There’s money and proposed legislation to address contamination, but a “poison pill” in the bill is only good for polluters.
READIt’s time for true protections for the Native vote
Nov. 5, 2023 – Congress must pass the Native American Voting Rights Act for the seventh generation
READThe Month of the Freezing Moon (November) is Native American Heritage Month
Nov. 3, 2023 – The many myths that surround the Thanksgiving holiday are often painful and can also be triggering for some Native people.
READWe launched our clean energy canvass to talk about President Biden’s Affordable Clean Energy Plan
Oct. 25, 2023 – We plan to knock on 80,000 doors and have 15,000 conversations about President Biden's Affordable Clean Energy Plan.
READStudents speak for the Manoomin (wild rice)
May 25, 2023 – Students from the Menominee Tribal School make an impact on Conservation Lobby Day
READThank you for supporting Conservation Lobby Day.
May 17, 2023 – You’re building a powerful and inclusive movement to create a healthy environment for future generations.
READDo not abandon hope – climate solutions are possible
May 13, 2023 – Executive Director Kerry Schumann makes the case for recommitting to citizen action.
READCheryl Nenn has spent her life protecting the water. Our work wouldn’t be possible without her partnership.
Feb. 28, 2023 – For 20 years, Cheryl Nenn has studied the Milwaukee River Basin, learned about its species and how people use the water, and worked to clean up the pollution in the water.
READConservation Voters endorsed candidates gain 70 local seats
May 6, 2022 – 70 Wisconsin Conservation Voters endorsed candidates won their seats on boards and councils across the state on in the spring election.
READThe 2019-20 Conservation Scorecard
Sept. 8, 2020 – You care about Wisconsin, do your legislators? Read what they did (or didn't do) last legislative session.
READIn the plume: Kayla Furton's PFAS story
Oct. 21, 2020 – A mom from the town of Peshtigo, Kayla moved back to her childhood home four years ago to raise her children. Recently, she discovered that her well was polluted.
READSupport these organizations that work against racism
June 11, 2020 – We're giving $500 to organizations we're proud to work with – organizations that are confronting racial justice issues through direct support, by dismantling systemic racism, and by making political change. Will you join us?
READAs climate change drives flooding, Wisconsin tribes face hard choices
Jan. 2, 2019 – NPR examines how climate change has affected the northern community of Odanah, home to thousands of members of the Bad River Band of the Lake Superior Chippewa.
READDane County's innovative renewable energy policies and programs cut carbon – and costs
Jan. 2, 2019 – Local communities like Dane County and Eau Claire are dedicated to renewable energy through policy, practice, and innovation.
READOur Lands, Our Vote
Jan. 14, 2019 – Our national public lands are under attack like never before. Wisconsin Conservation Voters is working with organizations across the country to protect our national monuments and parks.
READWisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism's Failure at the Faucet project
Jan. 14, 2019 – In an award-winning project called Failure at the Faucet the center shined an unprecedented spotlight on the drinking water crisis in Wisconsin.
READWisconsin Democracy Campaign: Dairy Business Association is an Influence Peddler of the Month
Jan. 14, 2019 – The Dairy Business Association (DBA), which was created in 1999 and is based in Green Bay, is run by agri-business and large dairy interests that support looser agriculture and environmental regulations and enforcement.
READCity of Green Bay rolls out Clean Energy Plan | WCV Stories
In December 2023, the City of Green Bay adopted its Clean Energy Plan, which outlines how Green Bay can transition to 100 percent clean energy by 2050.
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