Energy Finance
Solar energy makes gains, but policy puts future in question
From an article by in the La Crosse Tribune: When the sun shines, Al Schultz makes money. Specifically, the 32 photovoltaic panels on his roof turn the sun’s rays into electricity that powers his home in Ebner Coulee. If he doesn’t need the power, he sells it to Xcel Energy. “There is a certain peace [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )The Importance of Doing the Math
From a commentary by Michael Vickerman, RENEW Wisconsin’s executive director: The average American adult exhibits some proficiency with basic arithmetic–the adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing of numbers. With these tools we are able to calculate a baseball player’s batting average, the amount of interest income earned on a three-month certificate of deposit, the service tip [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 1 so far )State to start issuing energy grants, loans
From an article by Rick Barrett in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Businesses and researchers may soon apply for state grants and loans aimed at developing renewable energy, Gov. Jim Doyle said Tuesday.The state expects to award about $15 million per year for 10 years from the newly created Wisconsin Energy Independence Fund, Doyle said at [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Governors urge extension of production tax credit for wind
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Midwest renewable energy tracking system begins operations
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Senate Dems improve energy provisions in state budget bill
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