Conservation, environmental nonprofits suggest a ‘total pause’ on WEC Energy Group’s tariff proposal

Walnut Way Conservation Corp., along with other environmental nonprofits, has called for a “total pause” on WEC Energy Group’s proposed tariffs for data centers, which aim to cover electricity rates for large-demand customers. They urged the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin to deny the proposal, advocating for a lower megawatt threshold for the tariffs and suggesting We Energies should bear the full cost of developing and operating these large customer facilities to prevent residential bill increases. The nonprofits emphasize the need for clear, enforceable protections for consumers and the environment, highlighting concerns about transparency and the long-term financial burden on residents.