Eye on Wisconsin

Ask a tax professional – The Inflation Reduction Act: How you can save money this tax season

March 20, 2025 – In this two-part video, Jason Rose of Acc-U-Rite Tax Services breaks down the many financial benefits available to homeowners through this historic legislation.

From advocacy to office: how Conservation Lobby Day helped shape Rep. Angelito Tenorio’s path to the Wisconsin State Assembly

Rep. Angelito Tenorio’s path to the Wisconsin State Assembly was driven by service – whether as an educator, a soldier in the Wisconsin Army National Guard, a West Allis Alderman, or an advocate with Wisconsin Conservation Voters.

How the Inflation Reduction Act is helping Wisconsin farmers with their energy needs | WCV Stories

March 5, 2025 – Meet Tony Schultz, the owner of Stoney Acres Farm. As a third-generation farmer, Tony has dedicated the past 20 years to raising organic vegetables and promoting sustainable agriculture. Hear how the IRA has helped him achieve success.

We have made a clean energy impact

By: Quinn Rowe

Jan. 21, 2025 – Since the IRA was passed, we have made a significant impact on our state and the country. There have been $5.44 billion of investments in clean energy in Wisconsin since the passage of the IRA and 2,512 jobs created.

Sonja's Story: home improvement with President Biden's Affordable Clean Energy Plan | WCV Stories

Jan. 15, 2025 – Sonja Chojnacki, a Milwaukee homeowner, shares how President Biden's Affordable Clean Energy Plan helped her make essential home upgrades.

Hope Village: Building brighter futures with federal funds | WCV Stories

Jan. 13, 2025 – In Chippewa Falls, a group of high school students secured a PSC grant funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to help Hope Village—a tiny home community that provides shelter for low-income and homeless individuals—become more sustainable.

A message from Tia Nelson

By: Tia Nelson

A special message from Tia Nelson.

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.

Habitat 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.

Federal 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.

Affordable 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.

Like nature, we are resilient

By: Kerry Schumann

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.

Behind 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

Federal 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.

Jaime'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.

Josh'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.

Chris 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.

John 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.

Jeff'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.

Jacqui'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.

City 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.

Appleton'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.

Wisconsin 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).

Affordable clean A/C with a heat pump

July 1, 2024 – Replace your A/C with a heat pump – and save money!

Solar 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.

Cynthia Hirsch hosts DOE Secretary Jennifer Granholm in Madison

By: Cynthia Hirsch

April 4, 2024 – We're spreading the word about Biden’s Affordable Clean Energy Plan across the country

Don'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.

We had our most successful local elections program ever!

By: Seth Hoffmeister

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.

Wisconsin has fair maps!

By: Kerry Schumann

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.

A farewell message from Dee Sweet, Native Vote Manager

By: Denise Sweet

Dec. 11, 2023 – Dee says goodbye after years building the Wisconsin Native Vote program into what it is today.

Enough talk, it’s time to protect Wisconsin’s water from PFAS

By: Peter Burress

Nov. 7, 2023 – There’s money and proposed legislation to address contamination, but a “poison pill” in the bill is only good for polluters.

It’s time for true protections for the Native vote

By: Denise Sweet

Nov. 5, 2023 – Congress must pass the Native American Voting Rights Act for the seventh generation

The Month of the Freezing Moon (November) is Native American Heritage Month

By: Denise Sweet

Nov. 3, 2023 – The many myths that surround the Thanksgiving holiday are often painful and can also be triggering for some Native people.

We launched our clean energy canvass to talk about President Biden’s Affordable Clean Energy Plan

By: Seth Hoffmeister

Oct. 25, 2023 – We plan to knock on 80,000 doors and have 15,000 conversations about President Biden's Affordable Clean Energy Plan.

Students speak for the Manoomin (wild rice)

May 25, 2023 – Students from the Menominee Tribal School make an impact on Conservation Lobby Day

Thank 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.

Do not abandon hope – climate solutions are possible

By: Kerry Schumann

May 13, 2023 – Executive Director Kerry Schumann makes the case for recommitting to citizen action.

Cheryl 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.

Conservation 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.

The 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.

In 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.

Support these organizations that work against racism

By: Kerry Schumann

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?

As 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.

Dane 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.

Our 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.

Wisconsin 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.

Wisconsin 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.

City 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.