Some Federal Funding could be coming to Wisconsin – to keep an old coal plant running. The 1970s-era Columbia Coal Plant was supposed to be shut back in 2022, but Alliant Energy never followed through. Now the plant is part of a $425 million dollar emergency order by the Trump Administration to keep coal burning. Coal plants release a long list of toxins into the air and water, including mercury and lead. According to the Midwest grid operator, there is no energy emergency in Wisconsin.

It’s invasive species month, a great time to think about how we can all help stop the spread of non-native organisms. Experts with the DNR say when you fish, clean all your gear, and drain and dry water from your boat before you head to the next lake or river. When you hike, stay on trails and remove dirt, mud and seeds from your shoes and gear. And follow Wisconsin’s firewood rules.

Right now on The Defender podcast, there’s something in our rain and snow.. and you’re not gonna like it. Listen at cleanwisconsin.org or wherever you get your podcasts.