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The Buzz Around Electrification - 5/11/2022

If you follow climate news (and it’s obvious you do – because you are reading our blog!) then you may have seen references to electrification and you might have questions.

People load bikes onto the bus
Catch On To Catching the Bus - 4/26/2022

Adopting new practices—like riding the bus to work instead of driving—can mean replacing familiar habits with less familiar ones.

No Mow May
No Mow May - 4/1/2022

Sometimes the easiest actions we can take to better our neighborhoods, communities, and natural ecosystems is doing less, not more. This spring, consider doing less by participating in No Mow May, an initiative with the best interests of pollinators in mind.

Earth Day Everyday
It's Earth Day, Always - 3/29/2022

Often I feel a little ambivalent about Earth Day. I appreciate the efforts of millions of regular folks- adults as well as children- who mark the day by taking action on local environmental issues.

Celebrating the 2021 Climate Champions - 3/14/2022

Last week we had the opportunity to take a closer look at the top 2021 Climate Champions, the entities that earned 3 or 4 Stars in one or more categories.

Climate Change and Healthcare - 2/21/2022

Because climate change is an environmental and economic and public health issue, we need to leverage voices and active participation from all parts of our community.

Solar field
Solar Maps in Dane County - 2/10/2022

Often after we try something new – perhaps test driving a particular car model, for example—we suddenly notice that thing all around us.

New Year, New Challenges - 1/10/2022

The cold days of early January spur all of us to take stock of what was accomplished during the last year and look ahead to the challenges of the new year. We – and I’m including here all of the folks committed to climate action across Dane County – had some substantial wins in 2021.

Catholic Multicultural Center Engages Members Through Community Environment Program - 12/29/2021

CMC is a local social services agency providing educational services as well as spiritual and cultural activities to the public.

Communication Internship Reflections - 12/13/2021

When I first heard about a Communications Internship with the Office of Energy & Climate Change I knew I had to apply. I felt a sense of clarity and knew this opportunity was meant for me.