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At RENEW Wisconsin, we believe that renewable energy strengthens our economy, protects the health of Wisconsinites, and keeps our state beautiful. We work on policies and programs that expand solar power, wind power, renewable fuels, local hydropower, building electrification, energy storage, and electric vehicles. It’s our goal to ensure everyone benefits from renewable energy.
Our Focus
Renewable Energy Initiatives
Wisconsin’s Roadmap to Net Zero
New detailed energy and economic modeling shows Wisconsin can cost-effectively transition to net-zero emissions by 2050, reaching a point where we emit no more carbon into the atmosphere than can be removed. Learn More
Solar for Good
Solar for Good announces new grants to install solar energy for nonprofits. Learn More
Renewable Energy Installation Map
See Wisconsin’s commercial renewable energy installations in on map. View Map
Project Progress
See the project status of exciting renewable energy development in Wisconsin. Learn More
Solar Farms
Solar farms provide homegrown, healthy, and smart energy to Wisconsin citizens. Learn More
News
Understanding Third-Party Solar in Wisconsin
Third-party solar, also known as Third-party ownership, takes two forms— a solar lease or a power purchase agreement. The lease option is similar to how you would lease a car, paying for the system’s use over time. The power purchase agreement would allow you to purchase the system’s energy from the installer at a rate lower than you would normally pay for energy. Both options for a more affordable pathway to solar exist but are caught in a legal gray area for Wisconsinites, but that doesn’t mean it’s never been allowed in the state.
read moreVirtual Power Plants Can Produce Real Results for Wisconsinites
Virtual power plants offer a real solution: customers can work with power providers to reduce energy demand and use it more efficiently — cutting costs for both consumers and utilities.
read moreDawn Break Solar Approved by the PSC
On Thursday, July 30, the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin approved Dawn Break Solar.
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