Wisconsin Conservation Voters advocates for sound environmental laws and policies, elects pro-conservation candidates, and holds them accountable.

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  Philip Gorman - Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
September 8, 2025 at 11:43 PM

Green Tie Madison: Ticket Deadline Extended!

You haven't missed your chance, September is a busy month, so we extended our deadline to Sept 10. John,  You haven't missed your chance! We know this is a busy time, so we extended our deadline for tickets and sponsorships to Sept. 10.  The guest list is filling up with supporters, activists, award…
  Philip Gorman - Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
September 5, 2025 at 4:23 PM

OOPS! Our Green Tie ticket form is back online

If you were unable to get your ticket, please try again!. John,  The online form for purchasing tickets for Green Tie Madison was temporarily not working. Thank you to the members who made us aware. If you tried to purchase tickets in the last 24 hours and were unsuccessful, please get your ticket n…
  Philip Gorman - Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
September 4, 2025 at 9:35 PM

Less than TWO weeks…

Green Tie Madison is almost here.Dear John, With less than two weeks until Green Tie Madison, I’ll admit – I’m getting pretty excited. Green Tie is the night when our members, partners, and elected officials come together to celebrate what we’ve accomplished as a conservation voter movement.  It’s t…
  Kerry Schumann - Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
August 30, 2025 at 8:00 PM

Joy is an act of resistance – celebrate with us at Green Tie Madison!

Green Tie Madison 2025: Honoring champions for clean water, climate action, and democracy.Dear John, In today’s world, celebrating wins is a radical act. Let’s come together to honor Wisconsin’s conservation heroes and find joy in the work that protects our water, our climate, and our democracy.  Jo…
  Ryan Billingham – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
August 29, 2025 at 1:19 AM

ICYMI: More than a barbecue: Stand up for workers over billionaires this Labor Day

This Labor Day, working people across the country are planning more than just a barbecue. .  Stand up for workers over billionaires this Labor Day! Hi John,  This Labor Day, working people across the country are planning more than just a barbecue.   From Medicaid cuts to federal worker firings to IC…
  Casey Hicks – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
August 28, 2025 at 8:34 PM

This month in conservation…

Big Ugly Bill, Green Tie, private well owners. Your Monthly Climate Digest Congress’ Big Ugly Bill, Green Tie Madison, protecting private well owners, and more…   Hi John, Congress and Pres. Trump recently passed what they call the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” but the truth is, there’s nothing beautifu…
  Ryan Billingham – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
August 28, 2025 at 12:37 AM

More than a barbecue: Stand up for workers over billionaires this Labor Day

This Labor Day, working people across the country are planning more than just a barbecue. .  Stand up for workers over billionaires this Labor Day! Hi John,  This Labor Day, working people across the country are planning more than just a barbecue.   From Medicaid cuts to federal worker firings to IC…
  Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
August 23, 2025 at 7:32 PM

A thank you to Gov. Tony Evers…

He kept his promise to protect Wisconsin’s water, land, and democracy. Let’s thank him and stay ready for what’s next in 2026..Thank you, Gov. Evers! Hi John,  Before he was even elected, Gov. Tony Evers made a promise to the people of Wisconsin by taking our Conservation Pledge – committing to pro…
  Philip Gorman - Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
August 21, 2025 at 9:45 PM

A special glance at this year's Green Tie

Meet award winners Brenda and Kirsten of Milwaukee Water Commons.Dear John, I am so excited about Green Tie Madison! In less than four weeks, join us at the Overture Center on Sept. 17 for our annual celebration of conservation and the people who make it happen.   People like you, who are deeply con…
  Philip Gorman - Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
August 13, 2025 at 8:11 PM

Green Tie Madison is right around the corner! Become a sponsor today!

The Green Tie Gala will be here before you know it, don't miss your chance to become a sponsor of our biggest event of the year!. Dear John,  It’s that time, once again, to gather with friends to celebrate and strengthen our movement of voters dedicated to protecting Wisconsin’s environment. We can'…
  Erin Bloodgood – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
August 11, 2025 at 9:29 PM

How this EPA decision will hurt our health

Rescinding the EPA’s 2009 Endangerment Finding.  The EPA's best tool for protecting us from pollution might disappear  Hi John, Have you heard? Donald Trump and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zelden have started an all-out assault on environmental protections. They are tryin…
  Kerry Schumann – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
July 31, 2025 at 5:45 PM

🎥 TONIGHT at 7 p.m. – Join our LIVE video premiere

See Part II of our Nelsonville video story.John –   Will you join us live on YouTube tonight at 7 p.m.? We'll be premiering Part II of the Nelsonville story and the town's fight against nitrate contamination. Click “Notify me” on the video so you don't miss it.  In this video, Nelsonville resident L…
  Erin Bloodgood – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
July 29, 2025 at 8:01 PM

This month in conservation…

Data centers, nitrate contamination, Wisconsin Supreme Court…. Your Monthly Climate Digest Data centers, nitrate contamination, Wisconsin Supreme Court, and more Hi John,  How much do you know about data centers? Admittedly, I didn’t know much about these buildings and what it takes to run them unti…
  Kerry Schumann – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
July 25, 2025 at 12:00 AM

Is your well water safe to drink?

Nelsonville residents battle water contamination.  Hi John, Tarion O'Carroll moved to Nelsonville for its small town charm, tight-knit community, and access to nature. In 2013, he bought a home and settled in. Five years later, he learned his well water was contaminated with nitrate. Watch Tarion’s…
  Ryan Billingham – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
July 17, 2025 at 4:48 PM

NEW VIDEO: How a little-known program is protecting the Ice Age Trail

The Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program is under threat.  The Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program is one of the most successful conservation programs in state history, but it’s under threat  Hi John, Have you ever hiked a quiet trail in the woods, paddled across a pristine lake, or camped under the …
  Casey Hicks – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
July 11, 2025 at 2:45 PM

Your Inside Scoop: the most anti-environmental bill in US history

Watch our new video.  Your Inside Scoop:The most anti-environmental bill in US history  Hi John, I won’t beat around the bush. We’re in a dark time right now. Republicans in Congress just passed the most anti-environmental bill in U.S. history.  This bill will damage our health, the safety of immi…
  Peter Burress – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
July 9, 2025 at 5:45 PM

$732 million in new funding to address water contamination

Water funding in the state budget.  The state budget includes $732 million in new funding to address water contamination Wisconsin Conservation Voters members meet with their legislator at the State Capitol on Conservation Lobby Day.Hi John,  Last week, Governor Evers signed the state budget into la…
  Jennifer Giegerich – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
July 8, 2025 at 8:29 PM

BIG WIN TODAY at the WI Supreme Court for the environment and democracy

Today, in the case of Evers v. Marklein, the Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled it is unconstitutional to allow legislative committees to veto popular environmental protections.. Hi John, I’m so happy to be delivering some good news!  Today, in the case of Evers v. Marklein, the Wisconsin Supreme Court r…
  Peter Burress – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
July 1, 2025 at 7:04 PM

This month in conservation…

Major funding for clean water projects was recently approved by the Joint Finance Committee – watch our Inside Scoop.. Your Monthly Climate Digest Major funding for clean water projects was recently approved by the Joint Finance Committee – watch our Inside Scoop.  Government Affairs Manager Peter …
  Casey Hicks – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
June 27, 2025 at 2:11 PM

Net-zero middle school benefits Menasha students

Take action to protect clean energy provisions.  See inside Menasha's new net zero middle school!   Hi John, The new Maplewood Middle School sits in Menasha nestled between the northern shores of Lake Winnebago and the Fox River, serving about 700 students. Coming this fall, students will step into…
  Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
June 20, 2025 at 4:47 PM

NEW VIDEO: Congress may gut funding for Marshfield church

Clean energy helps this church serve its community.  Hi John, The First Presbyterian Church isn’t just a place of worship, it’s a hub for the Marshfield community. From running a robust food pantry to supporting immigration initiatives and local service organizations, this small congregation makes …
  Jennifer Williamson – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
June 16, 2025 at 11:44 PM

Farewell and thank you

View our new job opening.  Hi John, I have some news to share with you – I have accepted a new role on the Advancement team with Lutheran Social Services, and I will be wrapping up my work here at Wisconsin Conservation Voters next week.I hope you’ll help us find a great candidate to become our ne…
  Casey Hicks – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
June 13, 2025 at 2:51 PM

Clean energy is under attack. We must act now.

Proposed cuts to clean energy tax credits in the federal reconciliation bill could be devastating. We hosted community leaders in Green Bay for a roundtable this week all about the ramifications. Take action today! .  Clean energy is under attack. We must act now.   Hi John, We’re at a critical mo…
  Ian Schmitt-Ernst – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
June 11, 2025 at 2:12 PM

TAKE ACTION: Join the NO KINGS protests

We need your support.John ––  I hope you’ll join me this Saturday, June 14 for the No Kings protests happening around the country. Now more than ever, we need to stand up to this blatant abuse of power, especially given the events unfolding in LA and around the country.   Trump is showing that he wi…
  Nels Lindquist – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
June 10, 2025 at 5:04 PM

NEW VIDEO: St. Germain Elementary’s solar journey

How the IRA is helping kids learn.    Hi John, Nestled deep in Wisconsin’s Northwoods, the small town of St. Germain has a clean energy story made possible by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). This federal funding is helping the local elementary school reduce its carbon footprint and free up more r…
  Peter Burress – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
June 6, 2025 at 3:01 PM

Will you help $732 million get across the finish line?

Take action on safe drinking water .  Take action >>> Write your legislator to get crucial water funding over the finish lineHi John,  Yesterday, the Joint Finance Committee voted to support a big investment in safe, affordable drinking water – $732 million big! Thanks to you, they passed …
  Jennifer Giegerich – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
June 5, 2025 at 8:50 PM

BIG NEWS for clean water funding

The JFC voted to increase funding.  The Joint Finance Committee voted in favor of our priority issue!Hi John,  I have BIG news to share! This afternoon I was at the Capitol for the Joint Finance Committee meeting and they voted 16-0 – a rare showing of bipartisan support – to increase the revenue b…
  Ian Schmitt-Ernst – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
June 3, 2025 at 9:17 PM

TAKE ACTION: Join the NO KINGS protests

We need your support.  Join us for the NO KINGS protestsHi John,  I’m tired of watching Donald Trump abuse his power as president. He has enacted damaging executive orders and removed funding targeting marginalized communities like immigrants and people of color. He has threatened our public lands …
  Ryan Billingham – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
May 29, 2025 at 3:14 PM

This month in conservation…

Celebrating 125 years of Wisconsin state parks.  Your Monthly Climate Digest Celebrating 125 years of Wisconsin state parksLet's keep them thrivingRyan peering out from CCC shelter atop Brady's BluffHi John,  This year Wisconsin is celebrating 125 years of our state park system. Wisconsin’s public l…
  Erin Bloodgood – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
May 22, 2025 at 2:11 PM

NEW merch drop: shop online today

All proceeds support our work.  Conservation is in style! Shop online today – all proceeds support our work Hi John, It’s spring time, which means it’s time to freshen up your wardrobe! Luckily we have some new designs that will make you stand out. And the best part – the proceeds from your purchase…
  Casey Hicks – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
May 21, 2025 at 4:58 PM

Of course, it’s Rep. Tom Tiffany leading the attack on clean energy…

The Trump administration is attacking clean energy and our climate. We’re going to hold him and his cronies accountable..  Hi John,  This won’t surprise you, but you need to know what Rep. Tom Tiffany (WI-7) is up to now that he’s in Washington D.C. And, spoiler alert, it’s not serving the best inte…
  Kerry Schumann – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
May 7, 2025 at 6:47 PM

Thank you for an amazing lobby day! Check out the video…

We can’t thank you enough for joining us at Conservation Lobby Day 2025 in Madison .  Thank you for an amazing Conservation Lobby Day! Hi John, We can’t thank you enough for joining us at Conservation Lobby Day this year in Madison! Your passion and commitment to protecting Wisconsin’s environment m…
  Jennifer Giegerich – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
May 6, 2025 at 2:10 PM

Missing Lobby Day? Take action online

You can still write your legislators. Take action today Write your legislators to ask for their support on our conservation priorities Hi John,  We miss you today at Conservation Lobby Day! So far it’s been a blast and right now conservation voters are directly lobbying their legislators. Can you s…
  Erin Bloodgood – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
May 1, 2025 at 12:25 AM

A healthy environment includes healthy people – join us May 6

A truly healthy environment includes not just clean air, water, and land – but safe and supportive communities where every person can thrive.. Hi John,  A truly healthy environment includes not just clean air, water, and land – but safe and supportive communities where every person can thrive.  Th…
  Nels Lindquist – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
April 29, 2025 at 4:10 PM

Wisconsin needs a plan for clean energy – join us May 6

Wisconsin still relies too heavily on polluting energy sources – only 9 percent of our energy currently comes from clean renewables like wind and solar. Help change that.. Hi John,  Wisconsin still relies too heavily on polluting energy sources – only 9 percent of our energy currently comes from c…
  Philip Gorman – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
April 24, 2025 at 9:44 PM

Protecting the places we love

Help reauthorize Wisconsin’s most important land protection program . Hi John,  Access to Wisconsin’s natural beauty is at risk.  Development pressures are rising, yet Wisconsin ranks last in the country for spending on state parks. That’s why reauthorizing the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program is…
  Breanna Flowers - Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
April 23, 2025 at 8:44 PM

Thank You to Our Conservation Lobby Day Sponsors

Your support is powering one of the most important days for Wisconsin’s environment.  Dear John, I wanted to share some great news: we've reached our fundraising goal for Conservation Lobby Day! Our generous sponsors have contributed enough to make it possible for 350 people to participate!  Thanks …
  Kerry Schumann - Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
April 22, 2025 at 12:01 PM

My promise to you this Earth Day

…we will not back down. Are you with us?.   Hi John,  This Earth Day, will you join us as a sustaining monthly donor?   The great state of Wisconsin is where Earth Day was born, in 1970, under the leadership of then-Senator Gaylord Nelson. In Wisconsin and across the country, people rallied for the …
  Ryan Billingham – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
April 21, 2025 at 2:12 PM

Reclaim your voice – fight for direct democracy in Wisconsin

Attend Conservation Lobby Day on May 6 to support giving voters a direct voice through ballot initiatives.. Hi John,  Did you know Wisconsinites don’t have the power to propose their own laws through ballot initiatives? Unlike 25 other states, we can’t directly advance the policies we care about mo…
  Seth Hoffmeister – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
April 17, 2025 at 12:39 AM

Safe drinking water can’t wait – speak out May 6

Join us at Conservation Lobby Day to demand clean, safe drinking water for every Wisconsinite.. Hi John,  Thousands of Wisconsinites are exposed daily to PFAS, lead, and nitrate-contaminated drinking water. It’s a public health crisis – and a solvable one.  This year, we have a shot at securing $1 b…
  Casey Hicks – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
April 16, 2025 at 6:24 PM

Fighting Trump’s EO attacking local climate progress

The Trump administration put out yet another unconstitutional executive order and we’re fighting back..  Hi John,  We need your help today to fight back against the extreme Trump agenda.  While we were celebrating a pro-conservation, pro-democracy majority with the election of Judge Susan Crawford, …
  Seth Hoffmeister – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
April 9, 2025 at 9:02 PM

Free bus rides to Conservation Lobby Day – reserve your seat today

Make your voice heard at the Capitol – and let us help you get there. Hi John,  Conservation Lobby Day is one of the most impactful days of the year for protecting Wisconsin’s land, water, and democracy – and we want to make sure you can be part of it. Need a ride? We’ve got you covered.Thanks to …
  Breanna Flowers, Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
April 8, 2025 at 8:04 PM

Sponsors still needed for a people-powered Conservation Lobby Day!

We just proved the power of our votes – the Wisconsin Supreme Court election was a decisive, people-powered win for the environment and our democracy..  Hi John,  This is our moment. We just proved the power of our votes – the Wisconsin Supreme Court election was a decisive, people-powered win for …
  Kerry Schumann – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
April 2, 2025 at 5:23 PM

People power prevailed – thanks to you!

Thanks so much for all you did to make this win possible!.  A people-powered victory!Dear John, What an incredible victory for Wisconsin last night! We gave a resoundingly clear message to Elon Musk and Donald Trump last night that our votes can't be bought. With Judge Susan Crawford's overwhelming …
  Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
April 1, 2025 at 12:47 PM

Today’s the day! Vote for Judge Susan Crawford

Vote today. Polling places close at 8 p.m..  TODAY'S THE DAY! Vote for Judge Susan Crawford! Hi John,  Today is Election Day, and Wisconsin’s future is on the ballot. The balance of the Wisconsin Supreme Court will be decided – and your vote matters.  Wisconsin Conservation Voters proudly endorsed…
  Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
March 31, 2025 at 5:37 PM

Tomorrow’s election: Vote for Judge Susan Crawford!

Do you have a plan to vote for Judge Susan Crawford?.  TOMORROW! Tomorrow’s election: Vote for Judge Susan Crawford! Hi John,  Tomorrow, Wisconsin voters will decide the balance of the Wisconsin Supreme Court. This is your opportunity to protect democracy, conservation, and fundamental rights.  Wi…
  Kerry Schumann – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
March 28, 2025 at 12:02 AM

This month in conservation…

Election on Tuesday, new safe water for all videos, register for Conservation Lobby Day....  Your Monthly Climate Digest Election on Tuesday, new safe water for all videos, register for Conservation Lobby Day... Dear John, Wisconsin stands at a crossroads.  With a critical Supreme Court election th…
  Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
March 26, 2025 at 1:36 AM

ONE WEEK! Make your plan to vote in Wisconsin's April 1 Supreme Court Election​

Do you have a plan to vote for Judge Susan Crawford?.  ONE WEEK! Make your plan to vote in Wisconsin's April 1 Supreme Court ElectionHi John, The balance of the Wisconsin Supreme Court will be decided on April 1. This is your opportunity to preserve a pro-democracy, pro-conservation majority that w…
  Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
March 18, 2025 at 7:27 PM

Early voting starts today!

Do you have a plan to vote for Judge Susan Crawford?.  Early voting starts today! Take action for Judge Susan Crawford Hi John,  We’re two weeks out from the Wisconsin Supreme Court election on Tuesday, April 1, and voting is already underway! Thousands of voters have already cast their ballots by …
  Nels Lindquist – Wisconsin Conservation Voters · [email protected]
March 13, 2025 at 6:43 PM

Maximize your savings! New videos on Inflation Reduction Act tax credits

WATCH: How to claim clean energy tax credits on your 2024 taxes.  NEW VIDEOS! WATCH: How to claim clean energy tax credits on your 2024 taxesHi John, It’s that time of year again. Spring? Not quite yet – it’s tax season. And we have two brand-new videos to help you make the most of your 2024 tax re…