MADISON, Wis. – For the sixth year in a row, Governor Tony Evers (D-Wis.) has officially proclaimed September 23-27, 2024, as Clean Energy Week in Wisconsin. This proclamation was issued in conjunction with the 8th Annual National Clean Energy Week (NCEW).  

“I commend Governor Evers for recognizing Clean Energy Week in Wisconsin,” said Heather Reams, chair of NCEW. “Advancing clean energy projects across the country is not only good environmental stewardship, but it is also economically prudent as it spurs the creation of jobs in local communities and strengthens state economies all while providing affordable, reliable clean energy to residents. Governor Evers understands this, and I am encouraged by Wisconsin’s potential to lead the rest of the nation in clean energy innovation and investment.” 

“It has become increasingly evident that pollution and climate change present a grave threat to the health, safety and economic well-being of all Wisconsinites, and the state has a responsibility to current and future generations to act and prevent further damage to the climate by investing in sustainable solutions, including the use of clean energy alternatives ,” Governor Evers stated in the proclamation.  

 As Governor Evers’ proclamation highlights, the number of clean energy sector jobs increased last year by 142,000 – more than half of new energy jobs in Wisconsin. The state also announced a commission in 2023 to advise in the creation of a Green Innovation Fund to support public and private investment in new clean energy solutions and projects.  

Last year, Governor Evers was among the 37 governors and 49 municipalities that issued proclamations to recognize Clean Energy Week. Learn more about the state proclamations here. 

Founded in 2017, NCEW serves as a bipartisan forum convening clean energy leaders and advocates from across the country. The week features dynamic programming, including the Policymakers Symposium—a free, two-day in-person event that spotlights elected officials, business leaders, advocates, policymakers, investors and trade association voices who are committed to promoting clean energy. 

For more details on NCEW, including sponsorship opportunities, remote and in-person events, and registration for the Policymakers Symposium, please visit the NCEW website at www.nationalcleanenergyweek.org.