Heating Costs on the RiseWisconsin State Journal – WPS and Xcel Energy are already predicting this winter’s heating bills to go up 2-10%. Or… hire Piping Plover and lower your bills while making your home more comfortable.

Millions Pour in for Weatherizing Homes, But Funding Drops for Short-Term HeatingWisconsin State Journal – Nice long article about the effect Project Home and other non-profits are having in the local area.

Green Jobs Take Spotlight in Community Environment ForumUW News – Four forums starting September 21st will discuss the impact of environmentally oriented industries on the job market.

Local Business Going GreenJanesville Gazette – A good profile of a few Janesville-area businesses who have installed renewable energy projects like solar electric.

Jefferson Lease Has Sunny PossibilitiesWatertown Daily Times - The 100 acre solar farm in Jefferson took another step forward as the city council met to negotiate a lease agreement with the developer. It would be the first of its kind in Wisconsin.