New Proposed Solar Legislation Aims to Restore Local Control of Projects

New proposed solar legislation aims to restore local control of projects

WAUSAU, Wis. (WAOW) - There has been a statewide push recently for the use of solar energy; but some communities have expressed concern that they have no control over the agricultural and environmental outcomes of these projects.

Rep. Krug, Sen. Testin: Introduce community solar legislation to lower energy bills and expand local control

Wausau, WI – Today, State Senator Pat Testin (R-Stevens Point) and State Representative Scott Krug (R-Rome)—joined by JD Smith Head of Business Development for Arch Electric and Rick Beyers, a local landowner and community solar advocate—introduced proposals to allow community solar programs in...

Wisconsin Republicans introduce bill to start community solar program, localize permitting

On Sept. 15, Wisconsin State Senator Pat Testin (R-Stevens Point) and State Representative Scott Krug (R-Rome) — joined by JD Smith, head of business development for Arch Electric and Rick Beyers, a local landowner and community solar advocate — introduced legislation to enable a community solar program in Wisconsin. According to WSAU, this is the… The post Wisconsin Republicans introduce bill to start community solar program, localize permittin…