WisBusiness

MADISON – The Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) today announced that Ivan Gamboa will step down as WHEDA board chair effective Oct. 1, 2021. Gamboa was initially appointed to the position by former Gov. Scott Walker in 2016 and reappointed to the role by Gov. Tony Evers in 2019. Gov. Evers has appointed WHEDA board member Ranell...

WATERTOWN, WI, September 29, 2021 --- Fisher Barton a metallurgical science innovation company, releases its Multi-Disc Tension Brake System at the 2021 Utility Expo in Louisville, Kentucky. Designed specifically for utility construction applications, the next-generation brake system is engineered to provide smooth, consistent braking with higher torque and cooler operating temperatures. The three-point design provides consistent braking tension-reducing pulses...

Increased infrastructure collaboration offers assist for growth of clean, electric vehicles  ST. LOUIS (Sept. 29, 2021) – Midwest electric vehicle (EV) drivers can now travel even farther with an expanding charging network. In 2020, Ameren announced a first-of-its-kind collaboration among Midwest energy companies that committed in good faith to building a large, collaborative network of EV charging stations. Now the momentum continues, as Alliant Energy signs the Memorandum of Cooperation to further extend the network.

Biodiesel and Renewable Diesel: Low-Carbon Fuels Delivering Today Jefferson City , Mo - The National Biodiesel Board (NBB) today announced a three-week sponsorship of National Public Radio (NPR) as part of comprehensive educational campaign aimed at decision-makers and the public. The 15-second spot will air on some of NPR’s most listened to programs including Morning...

Building on the success of its groundbreaking Workplace Diversity & Inclusion Surveys from 2015 through 2020, MadREP launched its 6th survey in early 2021. Madison, WI – Madison, WI – The Madison Region Economic Partnership President (MadREP) today announced the results of their 2021 Workplace Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) Survey. This is the sixth year MadREP has...

AAA Research Reveals That Some Drivers May Not Grasp the Danger They Pose To Those at the Roadside MADISON, Wisc., (Sept. 29, 2021) – Following the deaths of two AAA tow providers, The Auto Club Group is raising awareness of the dangers emergency responders face on the roadside and how critical it is that drivers...

Today, County Executive Joe Parisi joined Operation Fresh Start Conservation Crew members and climate action advocates to announce a $10 million investment in clean fuel infrastructure, as part of his 2022 budget proposal. Parisi also announced Dane County’s intention to be net zero on carbon emissions for County buildings and fleets by 2030. These are Dane County’s...

FOX CITIES, Wis. (Sept. 29 2021) – Thirty Fox Cities region professionals are participating in the 2021-2022 Leadership Fox Cities program through the Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce. Since 1991, this Chamber program has shaped community leaders with immersive educational experiences and engagements. Starting next month, participants will gather monthly for day-long educational sessions in the community focused...

MADISON – The Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) today announced 9% federal housing tax awards for its 2021 Innovation Housing Tax Credit program. Woodside Prairie, a 32-unit supportive housing development in Grafton and The Shield, a 44-unit supportive housing development in Madison, will each receive a tax credit award of $800,000.The Innovation Housing Tax Credit set...

Milwaukee, Wisc. September 28, 2021 – Ahead of its 11th Annual National Policy Summit in Milwaukee this week on September 29th and 30th, 2021, Wisconsin Federation for Children is proud to announce a new website featuring educational advocacy toolkits for parents and community leaders. The toolkits provide parents with in-depth information on topics including: communicating with legislators, working with...

MADISON — UW–Madison Chancellor Rebecca Blank will be honored as a “Posse Star” — a leader in education — at The Posse Foundation’s annual gala tonight, Sept. 29, in New York City. Each year, the foundation honors Posse partners who exhibit leadership, make a significant contribution in the field of education, and positively affect...

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) confirms that a deer farm in Vilas County has tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD). The National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) confirmed the test results. The sample was taken during routine surveillance and came from an adult doe that was...

Today, Main Street Alliance of Wisconsin is demanding that Congress include paid leave for all in their final budget agreement as the bipartisan infrastructure package and Build Back Better budget gain momentum, joined by Gov. Evers, Lt. Gov Barnes, State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski, mayors from Madison, Green Bay, and Wausau, as well as leaders in the state legislature who...

-- Generac, a Waukesha-based manufacturer of generators and other energy products, has announced plans to invest $53 million into its Wisconsin facilities and create 700 new jobs.  Company leaders yesterday joined state officials including Gov. Tony Evers to announce the expansion, which is being supported with additional tax credits from the Wisconsin Economic Development...

MADISON, Wis. — The Dairy Business Association, Wisconsin’s leading dairy advocacy group, said today the organization looks forward to continuing to work with Randy Romanski as the newly confirmed state agriculture secretary. The state Senate today confirmed Romanski as secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection. He was named interim secretary...