Energy & Utilities

PSC directs American Transmission to resubmit application for transmission line

Decision will change the timeline for completion of power line that serves Port Washington data center

We Energies says Microsoft won’t be held to contract terms that conflict with state regulators’ order

Consumer advocates question why We Energies asked Microsoft to sign a contract that didn’t reflect regulators’ decision

Former UW footballer Marquis Mason’s solar panel cleaning company aims to optimize energy output

Founded in April 2025, Solar Alchemist offers residential and commercial solar panel cleaning services using manufacturer-approved methods that won’t jeopardize a system’s warranty

U.S., Iran inch closer to deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Iran has insisted on some measure of control over the strait, saying it will not go back to being an open international waterway

Markets gain as oil prices tumble after Trump announces Iran deal is near

Swings continue with on-again, off-again vows to intensify attacks

We Energies, ATC seek data center cost agreement

The agreement would protect utility customers from paying for transmission costs linked to data centers

Sierra Club report warns of Wisconsin’s dependence on ‘dirty’ power generation

Water use is expected to increase dramatically with data centers and new gas plants

Pellitteri expands into Milwaukee area

Acquisition of Pink Dumpsters grows Madison company’s services and geographic reach

Oil prices jump while sinking AI stocks drag Wall Street lower

In the oil market, the price of Brent crude rose 6.7% to $87.60 per barrel after fighting resumed in the war with Iran

With Realta Fusion commitment, Oscar Mayer plant owners eye tech hub

They envision an incubator for similar cutting-edge technologies