NEWS: We Energies, 2 other utilities to acquire 4 renewable energy projects

Three Wisconsin utilities are buying four new solar, wind, and storage projects totaling 450 MW. (WPR)

  • The PSC approved the acquisitions of the Saratoga and Ursa solar sites and the Badger Hollow and Whitetail wind farms, a portfolio expected to power 150K+ homes when fully online in 2027–2028.

  • We Energies will take an 80% stake in each project, with Wisconsin Public Service and Madison Gas & Electric holding 10% each—part of a strategy to shift capital into new resources while retiring inefficient fossil plants.

  • The combined investment is nearly $1.5B, but the utilities say federal tax credits and avoided fuel costs will offset the upfront price once the new capacity begins operating.

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