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PSC makes significant changes while approving We Energies data center electricity rates
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BizTimes | Arthur Thomas The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin on Friday approved proposed electricity rates for data centers served by We Energies while making changes aimed at protecting other…

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CUB Economist Steve Kihm named to US Financial Experts Board
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SURFA is completing its 49th year as an association promoting educational advancement and professional integrity for financial experts. SURFA members work for consumer advocates, utilities and government agencies and provide perspective on…

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WPS Rate Hike for 2027 and 2028
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, rates   WISCONSIN PUBLIC SERVICE RATE CASE HIGHLIGHTS     On April 1, Wisconsin Public Service Corp. (WPS) filed an application to change electric rates in 2027 and 2028.…

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We Energies Rate Hike for 2027 and 2028
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WE ENERGIES CURRENT RATE CASE, PUBLIC HEARING COMING SEPT. 1   In April, We Energies requested to increase electric rates and natural gas charges in 2027 and 2028. The utility…

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Energy Aid Available as Utility Shutoffs Set to Resume
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Wednesday, April 15 marks the end of the winter moratorium on disconnecting utility service for Wisconsin utility customers. Customers who are behind on their bills are urged to reach out…

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Support CUB During The Big Share 2026
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CUB is looking for supporters from across the state to support our work during The Big Share 2026. This year’s Big Share happens March 3rd. This year’s theme for The…

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Wisconsin debates how to pay for the power-hungry AI boom
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By: Kari Lydersen | Canary Media As Wisconsin faces a wave of interest from AI-powered data centers, a key question is emerging: who should pay for the massive infrastructure upgrades…

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Electricity analysts raise concerns over proposed data center rate plan
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By: Francesca Pica | Milwaukee Journal Sentinel A new report warns that residential utility customers in Wisconsin could end up subsidizing the massive energy needs of incoming data centers. As…

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Disputes over clean energy may doom Wisconsin data center bills
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By: Kari Lydersen | Canary Media Wisconsin lawmakers on both sides of the aisle agree that data centers shouldn’t drive up utility bills for families and small businesses. But a…

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Power Brokers: What’s really behind your soaring utility bills
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By: Nick Bowlin | Harper’s Magazine Nick Bowlin examines the rising cost of utility bills and how the growth of energy-intensive industries like data centers is reshaping the energy landscape.…

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