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Vision, Grit and Practical Solutions for Local Energy Resilience

Climate & Energy

April 19, 2017

What happens when 75 thoughtful Wisconsin leaders come together to tackle a challenge? Good things!

Renewable Energy Goes Mainstream in Wisconsin

Climate & Energy

March 3, 2017

With decreasing costs and increasing employment opportunities, renewable energy is well positioned to take on a more significant role in Wisconsin.

Reaffirming Our Commitment to Science and Wisconsin’s Public

Climate & Energy

January 12, 2017

On the Wisconsin DNR's change of language on climate change, and the Academy's renewed commitment to science.

Leadership in La Crosse: Institutionalizing and Tracking Sustainability

Climate & Energy

December 15, 2016

The City of La Crosse addresses locally our need for energy sustainability and resilience.

Vernon Electric Cooperative: Building a Clean, Low-cost Energy Community in Rural Wisconsin

Climate & Energy

November 21, 2016

Our energy choices are not one size fits all. A rural co-op offers members a variety of solar energy options.

Farewell, Meredith! Welcome, Chelsea!

Climate & Energy

September 22, 2016

The passing of the torch for the Academy's Initiatives program.

Wisconsin Local Governments Taking the Lead in Sustainability

Climate & Energy

February 22, 2016

How local leaders are preparing to face Wisconsin’s greatest climate challenges

The Promise of Paris: An Interview with Wisconsin Leadership at COP21

Climate & Energy

December 8, 2015

Last summer, when Wisconsin Academy Executive Director Jane Elder and I began planning programs and publications around the United Nations 21st Conference of the

Pan-seared Walleye with a Dash of PCBs and Mercury

Climate & Energy, Waters of Wisconsin

September 15, 2015

What if there were a way to reduce toxic chemicals in our Great Lakes and inland waters, while reducing greenhouse gasses, and improving air quality? I think there is a way, and I’ve been working...

Globally we’ve committed to a future of climate disruption and urbanization; the problems are linked, but so are the solutions.

In the City: Committing to Sustainable Urbanization

Climate & Energy

August 17, 2015

It’s the middle of August and in Madison that means thousands of people are entering into a new commitment—in the form of a lease. A lot of thought about cost, location, and amenities goes into...