Wisconsin does not have any fossil fuel resources, but we have plenty of sun and wind. Why are we spending billions of dollars every year to import coal, oil, and natural gas? Wisconsin can take charge of its energy future to ensure that families, businesses, and communities are free from the instability and volatility of oil and coal. A smart Wisconsin invests in clean energy made in Wisconsin.
Most of Wisconsin’s electricity is generated from coal and natural gas, but Wisconsin has no coal and natural gas reserves. Wisconsin imports coal, primarily from Wyoming, and natural gas from Oklahoma, Texas, Louisiana, Kansas, and Canada. Transitioning to renewable energy sources would keep energy dollars in-state and promote investment in Wisconsin’s economy.
Wisconsin also lacks crude oil resources and no operating refineries. Advancing electric transportation alongside increasing homegrown, clean energy on our electric grid can reduce reliance on imported oil. Electric vehicles require minimal maintenance, and charging cars with electricity is cheaper than gas, benefitting Wisconsin household budgets. We can break our addiction to imported oil and fuel our vehicles using energy from the sun and wind.
In 2019, Governor Evers set a goal that all electricity consumed in the state will be 100% carbon-free by 2050. Currently, renewable energy only accounts for 13% of all electricity sold in Wisconsin. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, Wisconsin consumes almost six times as much energy as it produces, and spends billions on coal, oil, and natural gas every year. A smart, carbon-free energy transition keeps more money in-state by investing in renewable energy. State and federal investments are moving us toward our clean energy goals, but we need to maximize the benefits of this energy transition for Wisconsin residents.
Let’s build a chorus of voices to amplify Wisconsin’s clean energy opportunities. We will need an “all of the above” and “all hands on deck” approach to shape our clean energy future. An investment in homegrown renewable energy and clean transportation is an investment in a stronger, smarter Wisconsin.
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Billions of dollars flow out of Wisconsin each year to pay for fossil fuels despite the abundance of of sun and wind located right here. We can make Wisconsin stronger by investing those same dollars on clean energy and boost our local economy. #HomegrownEnergyWI #MadeInWisconsin #WICleanEnergyPlan https://bit.ly/energy-independence-WI
Wouldn’t it be nice to refuel your car at home and spend less to fill it up? Powering your vehicle with electricity creates convenience and uses less energy than heating and cooling your home. The future of Wisconsin transportation is clean, affordable vehicles powered by homegrown, renewable energy. #WICleanEnergy #MadeInWisconsin #WICleanEnergyPlan https://bit.ly/energy-independence-WI
Renewables are becoming more financially competitive. Wisconsinites can reduce their bills by taking charge of their energy future through investments in homegrown, renewable energy. #CleanEnergyWI #MadeInWisconsin #WICleanEnergyPlan https://bit.ly/energy-independence-WI
Families, businesses, and communities can insulate themselves from the instability and volatility of global energy markets by investing in renewable energy and electric transportation. Let’s electrify our homes and transportation around the state to take control of our energy future. #InfrastructureBill #MadeInWisconsin #WICleanEnergyPlan https://bit.ly/energy-independence-WI
Electric vehicles require minimal maintenance, and charging cars with electricity is cheaper than gas. Using funds from the Inflation Reduction Act, we can break our addiction to imported oil. The future of Wisconsin transportation is clean, affordable vehicles powered by homegrown, renewable energy. #IRA #MadeInWisconsin #ElectricVehicles https://bit.ly/energy-independence-WI
Wisconsin does not have any fossil fuel resources, but we have plenty of sun and wind. Why are we spending billions of dollars every year to import coal, oil, and natural gas? #HomegrownEnergyWI #MadeInWisconsin #WICleanEnergyPlan https://bit.ly/energy-independence-WI
Gasoline prices are approaching record highs. We can break our addiction to imported oil and run our vehicles on energy from the sun and wind. #HomegrownEnergyWI #WICleanEnergy #InfrastructureBill https://bit.ly/energy-independence-WI
Let’s build a network of electric vehicle charging stations around the state and take control of our energy future. #InfrastructureBill #HomegrownEnergyWI #MadeInWisconsin #WICleanEnergyPlan https://bit.ly/energy-independence-WI
Wisconsin does not have any fossil fuel resources, but we have plenty of sun and wind. Why are we spending billions of dollars every year to import coal, oil, and natural gas? A strong Wisconsin makes clean energy. #HomegrownEnergyWI #MadeInWisconsin #WICleanEnergyPlan
Families, businesses, and communities can insulate themselves from the instability and volatility of global energy markets by investing in renewable energy and electric transportation. Let’s electrify our homes and transportation around the state to take control of our energy future. #InfrastructureBill #HomegrownEnergyWI #MadeInWisconsin #WICleanEnergyPlan
Electric vehicles require minimal maintenance, and charging cars with electricity is cheaper than gas. Using funds from the Inflation Reduction Act, we can transition to electric vehicles and break our addiction to imported oil. The future of Wisconsin transportation is clean, affordable vehicles powered by homegrown, renewable energy. #HomegrownEnergyWI #IRA #MadeInWisconsin #ElectricVehicles
Renewables are becoming more financially competitive. Wisconsinites can reduce their bills by taking charge of their energy future through investments in homegrown, renewable energy. #CleanEnergyWI #MadeInWisconsin #WICleanEnergyPlan
Wouldn’t it be nice to refuel your car at home and spend less to fill it up? Powering your vehicle with electricity lets you charge it at home and save on fuel costs. The future of Wisconsin transportation is clean, affordable vehicles powered by homegrown, renewable energy. #HomegrownEnergyWI #WICleanEnergy #InfrastructureBill #MadeInWisconsin