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PSC Approves Even Higher Costs for Struggling We Energies, WPS Customers
 870 450 Tom Content
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MADISON – State energy regulators on Thursday voted to approve a rate hike for We Energies and WPS customers that will keep the utilities’ high profits in place for two…

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Celebrating 45 Years of Advocacy: Join Us for CUB’s Anniversary! 
 870 450 Leah Steinberg
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This year marks an incredible milestone for the Citizens Utility Board of Wisconsin as we celebrate 45 years of standing up for fair and affordable utility rates. Since our founding…

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Utility regulators reduce rate hikes for Superior residents
 870 450 Leah Steinberg
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Wisconsin utility regulators signed off on increases in electric, water and natural gas rates for Superior residents on Thursday. The approved rate increases are smaller than what the utility was seeking.hashtag…

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Energy Efficiency Programs: How to Save Money and Reduce Consumption 
 870 450 Leah Steinberg
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Energy efficiency programs offer a fantastic way for Wisconsin residents to cut down on utility bills while also reducing their environmental impact. If you’re looking to make your home more…

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Sen. Cowles: WPS’s latest money grab proposal puts ratepayers at risk
 870 450 Leah Steinberg
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Senator Rob Cowles (R-Green Bay) released a statement after submitting comments to the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) encouraging the Commissioners to either dramatically revise or outright reject rate…

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Higher gas and electric bill: Company proposes rate hikes for 2025, 2026
 870 450 Leah Steinberg
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The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) hosted two public hearings in Ashwaubenon on Thursday, to hear local opinions regarding a proposal by Wisconsin Public Service Corporation (WPS) to raise…

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Navigating Utility Rate Increases: What You Need to Know 
 870 450 Leah Steinberg
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Each year, utility companies propose rate hikes that can significantly impact Wisconsin households. These increases often cover infrastructure improvements, rising fuel costs, or investments in clean energy, but not all…

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Energy Prices are Rising: Tips & Tools to Help Residential Consumers Save Money. CUB’s Residential Webinar
 870 450 Rich Storck
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Citizens Utility Board of Wisconsin residential educational webinar covered all the tools, resources and programs that are available for residential consumers (both homeowners and renters) to address the rising costs…

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Concerned about WPS’ electric, natural gas rates? Weigh in at upcoming public hearing
 870 450 Leah Steinberg
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At a recent public hearing in Green Bay, WPS customers voiced concerns over proposed rate hikes for 2025 and 2026. The request comes as rising electricity and utility bills garner national…

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Customers attend public hearings on possible We Energies rate hike
 870 450 Leah Steinberg
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At recent public hearings, many We Energies customers opposed the proposed rate hike for 2025-26, which could raise utility bills $143 annually. Concerns centered on affordability, with retirees and low-income…

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