Those who want Wisconsin to broaden its energy sources and waste less power tried to shed more “light” on the issue by talking about….”blackouts.” At a public hearing held simultaneously in several locations around the state, conservation advocates say programs which promote energy efficiency helped California keep the lights on.They told a task force appointed by the governor that Wisconsin should not darken its reputation by skimping on energy conservation funding.Shamane Mills reports…
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