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Wisconsin Should Utilize All Energy Resources to Reliably & Affordably Power the Grid

Posted by Emma Heins on Apr 28, 2025 9:00:00 AM

Wisconsin Should Utilize All Energy Resources to Reliably & Affordably Power the Grid

Addendum July 16, 2025: On July 2, 2025 the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSCW) released its written order for the decision on the Oak Creek gas plant. Despite intervenor testimony demonstrating that energy efficiency programs, virtual power plants (VPPs), and distributed generation could provide a cost-effective alternative to part of the requested load, the PSCW approved the project in full. Despite WEC Energy Group artificially capping the amount of wind allowed in its modeling and not considering any kind of VPPs, the Commission considers this project compliant with the Energy Priorities Law. The order directs the opening of an investigation examining cost overruns and how to develop a consistent approach across the state. Additionally, the PSCW directs WEC to include an analysis of a robust and comprehensive demand response program in their next rate case, which will be in 2026.

After a robust exchange of testimony, arguments, and briefings among stakeholders, the fate of We Energies (WEC) proposal to spend $1.2 billion on a new gas plant – a plant the utility plans to use just 10-20% of the time – now rests with the Public Service Commission (PSC) of Wisconsin. Formal proceedings before the PSC concluded on April 11, and a decision is expected in the coming weeks.

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Topics: State Policy, Energy Efficiency, Transmission, Wisconsin, Distributed Energy Resources, Virtual Power Plants, Solar

Advanced Energy United Looks to Wisconsin & Its Vast Potential for Advanced Energy

Posted by Emma Heins on Mar 12, 2025 9:30:00 AM

Harnessing Advanced Energy to Strengthen Wisconsin’s Grid

The clean energy landscape in the United States changes frequently, and Advanced Energy United is always evaluating opportunities for new projects that will benefit consumers financially, help businesses succeed, and give states tools to bolster their electricity grids and meet rising demand. After evaluating the potential for advanced energy projects and working with our members, United recently expanded our presence in Wisconsin. The Badger State finds itself at an inflection point, and policymakers must choose how they want to harness the economic promise of the clean energy transition.

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Topics: State Policy, Wisconsin

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