Environment Archives

Embracing Biodiversity: WI Farm Helps Pollinators Survive Climate Change

Agricultural landscapes with a robust array of plants will likely become even more important as temperatures warm.

WI Cities Face Pressure to Stop Euthanizing Geese

If you’ve been to a Wisconsin park recently, chances are you have noticed lots of geese. Their populations have trended upward, and animal rights advocates urge municipalities to take euthanasia off their list of mitigation strategies.

State Law Keeps Wisconsin’s Wetlands Protected Despite U.S. Supreme Court Decision

A U.S. Supreme Court decision has removed an estimated 50% of the country’s wetlands from protection under the federal Clean Water Act, yet more than a century of state laws and court precedent will leave most of Wisconsin’s wetlands protected.

New Court Fight Emerges Over WI Oil Pipeline

A court hearing is scheduled for this week as environmental and tribal advocates continue to voice concerns about an oil and gas pipeline that runs across northern Wisconsin.

Activists Put Spotlight on Treatment of Dogs at WI Research Facility

A Wisconsin court case involving charges against animal rights activists remains in play.

Gov. Evers Signs Bill to Expand Watershed Protection Programs

Gov. Tony Evers signed a bill on Monday aimed at expanding programs meant to improve water quality in watersheds, lakes and rivers around Wisconsin.

Wisconsin Conservation Congress Survey Sees Lowest Participation Since 2019

The Wisconsin Conservation Congress’ annual spring survey saw its lowest participation since 2019, which was the first year participants could cast votes online.

Long Expired Seats on Livestock Facility Siting Board Finally Get Hearings

The nominees to an obscure board that hears appeals of local decisions on the siting of livestock facilities finally got confirmation hearings on Thursday after several members’ terms had long expired.