Rhinelander, WI – Wisconsin’s Green Fire thanks Governor Tony Evers for vetoing legislation that would allow private development on the beds of lakes and rivers without proper consideration of the public’s ownership and rights in Wisconsin’s waters.  Wisconsin’s Public Trust Doctrine, which is embodied in our State Constitution, holds those lakebeds

MADISON, Wis. – Governor Evers understands that good policy on clean water, public transportation infrastructure, and clean energy are critical for the future of Wisconsin’s economy.  This week, Gov. Evers released a clean energy plan that will create an estimated 40,000 new jobs for Wisconsinites and provide the training needed for workers to

MADISON – For a planet increasingly ravaged by the effects of climate change, removing carbon from the atmosphere could be part of a desperately needed turn in the right direction. Innovators worldwide participating in the XPRIZE Carbon Removal competition are racing to develop technologies that can harvest that carbon dioxide

MADISON, Wis. – Yesterday, UpNorthNews wrote a scathing story blasting Ron Johnson for praising a GOP agenda that would raise taxes on 32% of Wisconsinites, sunset Social Security and Medicare, and hike health insurance costs. Read the full article here: UpNorthNews: Ron Johnson Thinks a GOP Plan for Tax Increases and the Potential End

GREEN BAY– Senator Robert Cowles (R-Green Bay) released the following statement on Earth Day: “Sustainable natural resources policy isn’t a catch phrase – it’s a focus of some common-sense, bipartisan policies year-round in the Wisconsin State Senate. As Co-Chair of the Senate Committee on Natural Resources and Energy, I’ve had

MADISON — Changing dietary patterns in the U.S. are leading to lower emissions of food-related, climate-warming gases, according to a new research study, and half of the reduction can be attributed to eating less beef. Every choice we make as consumers has a climate impact, which is often measured in

MADISON, WI — Alexia Sabor, an environmental science professional, project manager, and community leader, who currently serves as Chair of the Democratic Party of Dane County, announced today her campaign for Wisconsin Secretary of State. “My parents taught me early on that when you’re faced with a problem, you roll

BELOIT, WISCONSIN — Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) stopped by Casey’s Gas Station on Cranston Road in Beloit to talk with voters about high gas prices and gather support for his reelection. Congressman Steil heard from voters who were filling up their vehicles. Voters shared their concerns about the negative impacts

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources reminds anyone hitting the water this weekend to wear a life jacket. Winds and summer-like temperatures are in the forecast for Saturday, making the water more inviting than ever after weeks of winter. While Saturday’s temperatures may flirt with summer, the water

MADISON, Wis. – Tim Michels has not yet officially announced that he is running for governor in the Republican primary, but it seems his campaign has already begun. Not only did Tommy Thompson steal Tim Michels’ thunder yesterday by announcing that Michels is running, Michels is fundraising for Senator Ron Johnson, has met with Donald

Badger Band superfans come in all ages and sizes — including the toddler variety. Thursday evening, 2½-year-old Ila Hellgren from Madison got a sneak peek of this weekend’s UW Varsity Band Spring Concert during a rehearsal at the Kohl Center. The special moment was made possible by Make-A-Wish Wisconsin, which

Girls on the Run of South Central Wisconsin’s spring season is officially underway with 75 teams off and running across their 8 county territory. Girls on the Run is a positive youth development program designed to teach critical life skills and inspire 3-8th grade girls to find joy, health, and confidence

[Madison, WI] – Happy Earth Day to everyone in Wisconsin except Lt. Governor and Democrat Senate candidate Mandela Barnes, who claims to be an expert on environmental issues because he chairs a task force on climate change. However, when asked if any of his “55 concrete strategies” for addressing climate

MADISON, Wis. — Today, Governor Tony Evers announced the creation of the Office of Environmental Justice to facilitate collaboration across state agencies to provide strategies to promote environmentally just policies. Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) released the following statement in support: “On Earth Day, and every day, it’s vitally important we

MADISON — The U.S. Department of Education today announced that five Wisconsin schools are among those named 2022 U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools, District Sustainability Awardees, and Postsecondary Sustainability Awardees. The honor recognizes schools, districts, and institutions of higher education that reduce environmental impact and costs, improve the

CUSTER – It takes a well-trained workforce to keep communities green and growing. Midwest Renewable Energy Association is taking the lead with a solar workforce training grant funded by the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development’s Fast Forward program. “A skilled workforce is key to community sustainability and on this Earth

MADISON – Today, Gov. Tony Evers announced the creation of the Office of Environmental Justice at the Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA), a state office that will work with and support communities that have been historically disenfranchised in the fight against climate change. Wisconsin Conservation Voters and its members have