Wisconsin is taking a step towards using renewable energy sources as the biggest solar energy center in the state is now in the works to be built. Regional utility provider, Wisconsin Public Power Inc. or WPPI, announced Jan. 30 that it will partner with NextEra Energy Resources to build a solar energy center in Two Rivers. WPPI will buy solar ... Read More »
The Midwest Renewable Energy Association was host to the Solar Tour this past Saturday, Oct. 1. The Solar Tour is a self-guided tour that allows people to enter both homes and businesses across all of Wisconsin in order for them to “demonstrate and share strategies for energy-efficiency and renewable energy,” as shown on The Midwest Renewable Energy Association’s website. Here in Stevens Point, ... Read More »
According to The U.S. Energy Information Administration, solar, natural gas and wind will generate most of the United States’ energy in the year 2016. This is huge for the renewable energy sector and those who are fighting against the fossil fuel industry. Jacob Livingston, senior wildland fire science major said, “I much prefer renewable energy over other sources such as ... Read More »
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