CUB Blog

Keep up with everything utility related
Energy Efficiency Programs: How to Save Money and Reduce Consumption 
 870 450 Leah Steinberg
By:

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…

read more
Sen. Cowles: WPS’s latest money grab proposal puts ratepayers at risk
 870 450 Leah Steinberg
By:

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…

read more
Higher gas and electric bill: Company proposes rate hikes for 2025, 2026
 870 450 Leah Steinberg
By:

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…

read more
Navigating Utility Rate Increases: What You Need to Know 
 870 450 Leah Steinberg
By:

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…

read more
Energy Prices are Rising: Tips & Tools to Help Residential Consumers Save Money. CUB’s Residential Webinar
 870 450 Rich Storck
By:

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…

read more
Concerned about WPS’ electric, natural gas rates? Weigh in at upcoming public hearing
 870 450 Leah Steinberg
By:

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…

read more
Customers attend public hearings on possible We Energies rate hike
 870 450 Leah Steinberg
By:

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…

read more
The Earl Ingram Show – Increases Coming w/ Sandy Williams
 648 450 Leah Steinberg
By:

Tom Content, Executive Director of the Citizens Utility Board of Wisconsin, joins show hosts Early and Sandy to discuss the upcoming hearings on energy rates. By: Earl Ingram | The…

read more
We Energies, WPS Customers: Make Your Voice Heard at Public Hearings on Big Rate Hikes October 1, 3, 10
 327 255 Rich Storck
By:

Madison, September 30, 2024 – We Energies and WPS customers can make their voices heard in rate cases that will set utility prices for 2025 and 2026. Public hearings take…

read more
Webinar Spotlights IRA Rebates, Tax Credits, Ways to Save
 870 450 Rich Storck
By:

Business owners and managers who want to learn about new tax credits, rebates and getting started on planning for future energy savings are invited to view CUB’s 2024 Small Business…

read more