Citizens Utility Board of Wisconsin

10/19/2026

Energy costs impact every sector of our economy, from residential households to local businesses and organizations.

Are you a business leader, utility customer, consumer advocate, or policy maker looking to stay ahead of shifting utility trends? The Citizens Utility Board of Wisconsin invites you to the 2026 Consumers Forum on Energy Affordability on November 17.

Spend the day gaining valuable insights, discussing regulatory updates, and discovering collaborative ways to keep energy accessible and affordable across Wisconsin.

Learn more and register now: https://cubwi.org/event/consumers-forum-on-energy-affordability/

Join the Citizens Utility Board of Wisconsin for a deep dive into the evolving energy landscape at our upcoming Consumers Forum on Energy Affordability, designed to bring together business leaders, consumer advocates, and policy […]

10/15/2026

We have a fantastic group of expert speakers lined up for the upcoming Consumers Forum on Energy Affordability in Madison!

Join us on November 17 as industry leaders, policy makers, and consumer advocates take the stage to address the evolving energy landscape and share actionable solutions for Wisconsin utility customers. You will not want to miss these vital discussions on energy affordability.

Check out the event details and secure your registration today: https://cubwi.org/event/consumers-forum-on-energy-affordability/

10/14/2026

How is Wisconsin navigating the evolving energy landscape, and what does it mean for utility consumers and businesses?

Join us for the Citizens Utility Board of Wisconsin Consumers Forum on Energy Affordability on November 17 from 11:00 am to 3:30 pm. This vital gathering brings together policy makers, business leaders, and consumer advocates for a deep dive into practical solutions for energy affordability.

Attendees will explore actionable strategies to address rising utility costs and connect with key voices shaping the future of energy in our state.

Secure your spot today: https://cubwi.org/event/consumers-forum-on-energy-affordability/

Join the Citizens Utility Board of Wisconsin for a deep dive into the evolving energy landscape at our upcoming Consumers Forum on Energy Affordability, designed to bring together business leaders, consumer advocates, and policy […]

10/09/2026

“How much more can we pay?” 💡 As utility rates rise and demand grows, this is the question on every Wisconsinite’s mind.

Join the Citizens Utility Board of Wisconsin for a deep dive into our evolving energy landscape at the upcoming Consumers Forum on Energy Affordability. Whether you’re a homeowner, renter, or business owner, this forum is designed to equip you with actionable solutions to tackle mounting utility costs.

We hope to see you there!

✨ Register Here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/citizensutilityboardofwisconsin/event/consumersforumenergyaffordability/

10/06/2026

As Wisconsin’s energy landscape shifts, rising utility rates and growing electricity demand are pushing households, farmers, and businesses to ask a critical question: “How much more can we pay?” Cost pressures across our utility system are mounting, even before factoring in the arrival of energy-intensive data centers.

Join the Citizens Utility Board of Wisconsin for our upcoming Consumers Forum on Energy Affordability on November 17th! We’re bringing together consumer advocates, business leaders, and policymakers to move beyond discussions of the problem and focus on practical, actionable remedies.

Key discussions will cover:

• Effective ratepayer advocacy strategies for community and business leaders

• Implementing rigorous utility cost controls and profit regulation

• Long-term, visible resource planning that protects consumers first

Learn more and register: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/citizensutilityboardofwisconsin/event/consumersforumenergyaffordability/

Join the Citizens Utility Board of Wisconsin for a deep dive into the evolving energy landscape at our upcoming Consumers Forum on Energy Affordability, designed to bring together business leaders, consumer advocates, and policy makers. Attendees will leave with actionable solutions and practical ac...

09/28/2026

CUB Executive Director Tom Content was recently interviewed on PBS! Watch the segment to hear Tom break down projected cost spikes for natural gas, propane, and other heating fuels as utilities push for rate hikes ahead of an El Niño winter.

Watch Here: https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fpbswisconsin.org%2Fnews-item%2Ftom-content-on-global-energy-prices-and-winter-heating-costs%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAcGRvZgFicmlkETFiYzMwbTJCUXZJZE1WQUdEc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHoDz4lOjIfuGJumeI-XA_S7unvRw9te4XJEJERktmBWGpDNuRIChO3HQAw_w_aem_s5KMyhqsWJnZtEACZL9FZQ&h=AUCvsq_vnsbJakJE_Ab8KXYKmKYEkgaVPYoK5CE9zR04dUuw-Lb-0JxFXA_5jQR0LiWjqZjSfImYEKAa8Tkvqs9V7rqAGXldMZoqulCmNNG0en0hfoZ2VNBElI-zl7VYdlsDE02qJB6bDJoeLm0xz8BipRx_s0PcO1PAPA&__tn__=H-R&c[0]=AUAH6pJSaFfMgX1iMcQCDTMekNBGuiIfnaQeRE11e4B7HS1gtUEa34zeHtYncKl4sJvQY2vTNoXxKLbjHuuGR139uwTXZ-hlH5O7g0aL4qQokG8-c2gaKrC8C2ixBEdPfMD-E9nVDL2B4-6ZMVjKuwF29iImzJOB_xM5feU2ymtaJDcrHH42fUyw1kw8AQs

Tom Content on spikes in costs of heating fuels as utilities move to hike prices.

09/28/2026

The WPS public hearing will take place TOMORROW! Now is the time to make your voice heard!

Read our latest post to see what's at stake and how CUB is fighting to protect your wallet: https://lnkd.in/gjRY7Pbk

Can't attend? Leave a public comment: https://apps.psc.wi.gov/ERF/ERF/comment/filecomment.aspx?util=6690&case=UR&num=129

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09/23/2026

Wisconsin Public Service (WPS) is pushing for another major rate hike that would hit residential customers and small businesses with higher bills. At a time when household budgets are already stretched thin, CUB is urging state regulators to take action by reining in excessive utility profits and putting affordability first.

The WPS public hearing will take place on Tuesday, September 29th.

Read our latest post to see what's at stake and how CUB is fighting to protect your wallet: https://cubwi.org/cub-urges-bold-action-on-wps-proposed-rate-hike/

With affordability a top concern across the state, CUB is urging state regulators to be bold and tackle affordability when it considers Wisconsin Public Service’s proposal to raise prices for […]

09/17/2026

There is still time to submit a public comment to the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin regarding the We Energies rate case! The comment period ends Friday, September 18th (tomorrow).

Customers interested in submitting a written public comment should express in their own words their concerns about the rate hike plan, and their challenges in this affordability moment. Commissioners read these comments before deciding what everyday Wisconsinites will be forced to pay, so visit the PSC’s online comment portal today to make your voice heard!

Leave a comment: https://lnkd.in/ggqnmrbx

09/03/2026

Want to lower your monthly energy bills? Join us TODAY from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM for a free educational webinar tailored for Wisconsin residential utility customers.

We’ll go back to the energy basics to help you decode your bills, apply practical energy-saving habits at home, and take advantage of local state programs and rebates.

Register Here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/citizensutilityboardofwisconsin/event/2026residentialwebinar/

The Citizens Utility Board of Wisconsin is hosting an educational webinar on Thursday Sept. 3rd, 2026 designed to help Wisconsin residential utility customers save money. In this webinar we will be going back to the energy basics and will cover foundational utility concepts, practical energy-saving....