Governor's Task Force on Global Warming
Research & Background Information

This page contains information related to Global Warming. The content was posted at the request of Task Force and Work Group members. It is intended to provide background information such as research papers, academic studies, and examples of action taken by other states. When possible, source and date are plainly noted. Please read the disclaimer carefully.

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Task Force Documents

  1. Recommendations of the Governors Task Force on Global Warming [PDF exit DNR]
    Information Memorandum, Wisconsin Legislative Council, August 2008
    This summary of the Task Force’s recommendations is intended to inform members of the Legislature of the scope of the recommendations.
    Posted at the request of the Task Force Co-Chair Roy Thilly
  2. The Potential Impact of Climate Change on Insurance Regulation [PDF 202KB]
    National Association of Insurance Commissioners, May 2008
    The NAIC Climate Change and Global Warming Task Force and the NAIC Executive Committee adopted this white paper on May 31, 2008.
    Posted at the request of the Task Force Co-Chair Tia Nelson
  3. Basic Analysis of the Cost and Long-Term Impact of the Energy Independence and Security Act Fuel Economy Standards [PDF 4.9MB]
    Sierra Research, Inc., April 2008
    At the request of the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers, Sierra Research analyzed the vehicle design changes that may be required to comply with the new Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards that will be adopted by the Department of Transportation pursuant to the Energy Independence and Security Act approved December 2007.
    Posted at the request of the Task Force and Transportation Work Group Co-Chairs
  4. Economic Impacts of Climate Change Regulations (Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Motor Vehicles) [PDF exit DNR]
    California Air Resources Board (CARB), August 2004
    This technical document discusses the economic methodology and impacts CARB anticipates from implementation of the proposed climate change regulations (greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles) on the California economy. The results are intended to provide an overall picture of the economic impacts of the proposed regulations on the economy. CARB recognizes that individual businesses and consumers may experience different impacts than anticipated.
    Posted at the request of the Task Force and Transportation Work Group Co-Chairs
  5. Corporate Average Fuel Economy for Model Year 2011-2015 Passenger Cars and Light Trucks [PDF exit DNR]
    National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, April 2008
    This assessment examines the costs and benefits of improving the fuel economy of passenger cars and light trucks for model years 2011- 2015. It includes a discussion of the technologies that can improve fuel economy, analysis of the potential impact on retail prices, safety, lifetime fuel savings and their value to consumers, and other societal benefits such as improved energy security and reduced emissions of pollutants and greenhouse gases.
    Posted at the request of the Task Force and Transportation Work Group Co-Chairs
  6. Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 [PDF 1.3MB]
    Posted at the request of the Task Force Co-Chairs, Roy Thilly and Tia Nelson
  7. Regional Initiatives to Address Global Climate Change [PDF exit DNR]
    Information Memorandum, Wisconsin Legislative Council, February 2008
    This expanded and updated memorandum (originally prepared in October 2007) identifies and briefly describes the primary regional climate change initiatives in North America and the EU Climate Change Program.
    Posted at the request of the Task Force Co-Chairs, Roy Thilly and Tia Nelson
  8. California’s Waiver Request to Control Greenhouse Gases Under the Clean Air Act [PDF 145KB]
    Congressional Research Service, December 2007
    This report reviews the nature of EPA’s, California’s, and other states’ authority to regulate emissions from mobile sources, discusses the applicability of that authority to GHGs, and analyzes issues related to the California waiver request.
    Posted at the request of the Task Force Co-Chair Roy Thilly
  9. Comparison of Greenhouse Gas Reductions Under CAFE Standards and ARB Regulations Adopted Pursuant to AB1493 [PDF 117KB]
    California Air Resources Board Technical Assessment, January 2008
    Posted at the request of the Task Force Co-Chair Roy Thilly
  10. Reducing U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions: How Much at What Cost?
    McKinsey & Company, December 2007
    Full Text [PDF 4.2MB]
    Executive Summary [PDF 458KB]
    As consensus grows that concerted action will be needed to address rising greenhouse gas emissions, the discussion is now turning to the practical challenges of where and how emission reductions can best be achieved, at what costs, and over what periods of time. Starting in 2007 a research team from McKinsey & Company worked with leading companies, industry experts, academics and environmental NGOs to develop a detailed, consistent fact base estimating costs and potentials of different options to reduce or prevent GHG emissions within the United States over a 25 year period. The results are reported here.
    Posted at the request of the Task Force Co-Chair Roy Thilly
  11. National Action Plan for Energy Efficiency Vision for 2025: Developing a Framework for Change [PDF 1.3MB]
    National Action Plan for Energy Efficiency, November 2007
    This Vision for the National Action Plan for Energy Efficiency establishes a goal of achieving all cost-effective energy efficiency by 2025; presents ten implementation goals for states, utilities, and other stakeholders to consider to achieve this goal; describes what 2025 might look like if the goal is achieved; and provides a means for measuring progress.
    Posted at the request of the Task Force Co-Chair Roy Thilly
  12. Massachusetts' Green Communities Act [PDF exit DNR]
    Summary and full text of S. 2768, signed into law on July 2, 2008
    Posted at the request of the Task Force Co-Chair Roy Thilly
  13. Midwestern Governors Association 2007 Energy Security and Climate Stewardship Summit
    Summit Platform [PDF exit DNR]
    MGA Energy Initiatives [exit DNR]
    Midwestern Greenhouse Gas Reduction Accord [exit DNR]
    Posted at the request of the Task Force Co-Chairs, Roy Thilly and Tia Nelson
  14. Charting the Midwest: An Inventory and Analysis of Greenhouse Gas Emissions in America's Heartland
    World Resources Institute, October 2007
    Full Text [PDF 2.3MB]
    Wisconsin Profile [PDF 800KB]
    This publication is an in-depth study and data analysis of GHG emissions for 8 Midwest U.S. States: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio and Wisconsin.
    Posted at the request of the Task Force Co-Chairs, Roy Thilly and Tia Nelson
  15. 2007 Integrated Energy Policy Report [PDF 3.6MB]
    California Energy Commission, Draft Committee Report, October 2007
    This report was prepared in response to state legislation which requires that the California Energy Commission prepare a biennial energy policy report that contains an integrated assessment of major energy trends and issues facing the state’s electricity, natural gas, and transportation fuel sectors and provides policy recommendations to conserve resources; protect the environment; ensure reliable, secure, and diverse energy supplies; enhance the state’s economy; and protect public health and safety.
    Posted at the request of the Task Force Co-Chairs, Roy Thilly and Tia Nelson
  16. Carbon-Free and Nuclear-Free - A Roadmap for U.S. Energy Policy
    Nuclear Policy Research Institute and the Institue for Energy and Environmental Research, July 2007
    Executive Summary [PDF 463KB]
    Summary of a report examining the technical and economic feasibility of achieving a U.S. economy with zero-CO2 emissions without nuclear power.
    Posted at the request of the Task Force Co-Chairs, Roy Thilly and Tia Nelson
  17. Illinois Modeling Examples
    Modeling of Policy Proposals [PDF 555KB]
    ENERGY 2020 Reference Case [PDF 510KB]
    Illinois Climate Change Advisory Group, September 2007
    Posted at the request of the Task Force Co-Chairs, Roy Thilly and Tia Nelson
  18. The Power to Reduce CO2 Emissions [PDF exit DNR]
    The Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) Energy Technology Assessment Center, August 2007
    Discussion paper prepared for the Electric Power Research Institute 2007 Summer Seminar
    The analyses summarized in this paper address the technical feasibility for the electricity sector to achieve large-scale CO2 emissions reductions, the technology development pathways and associated RD&D funding needed to achieve this potential, and the economic impact of realizing emissions reductions targets.
    Posted at the request of the Task Force Co-Chairs, Roy Thilly and Tia Nelson
  19. Program on Technology Innovation: Economic Analysis of California Climate Initiatives: An Integrated Approach
    The Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI), May 2007
    Executive Summary [PDF 67KB]
    Volume 1 - Summary for Policymakers [PDF exit DNR]
    Posted at the request of the Task Force Co-Chairs, Roy Thilly and Tia Nelson
  20. State of Florida Office of the Governor Executive Order
    • Number 07-126 [PDF 20KB] - Establishing Climate Change Leadership by Example: Immediate Actions to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Florida State Government
    • Number 07-127 [PDF 23KB] - Establishing Immediate Actions to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions within Florida
    • Number 07-128 [PDF 17KB] - Establishing the Florida Governor's Action Team on Energy and Climate Change
    Posted at the request of Bruce Nilles, Sierra Club
  21. Climate Exchange - Cool heads tackle our hottest issue [PDF 448KB]
    from Sierra, May/June 2007
    Posted at the request of Emily Green, Sierra Club
  22. Tackling Climate Change in the U.S. [PDF 8.5MB]
    American Solar Energy Society, January 2007
    Potential Carbon Emissions Reductions from Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy by 2030
    Posted at the request of Bruce Nilles, Sierra Club
  23. The State Energy Efficiency Scorecard for 2006 [PDF 771KB]
    by Maggie Eldridge, Bill Prindle, Dan York, and Steve Nadel
    American Council for an Engergy-Efficient Economy
    Posted at the request of Roy Thilly, Task Force Co-Chair
  24. GAO Report: Climate Change, Financial Risks to Federal and Private Insurers in Coming Decades are Potentially Significant [PDF exit DNR]
    Government Accountability Office, March 2007
    Posted at the request of the Task Force Co-Chairs, Roy Thilly and Tia Nelson
  25. Nuclear Power: Villain or Victim? [PDF exit DNR]
    by Max W. Carbon, 2006
    Posted at the request of Tia Nelson, Task Force Co-Chair
  26. An Unfamiliar State: How Global Warming Could Change Natural Wisconsin [PDF exit DNR].
    Wisconsin Environment Policy and Research Center, 2007.
    Posted at the request of Tia Nelson, Task Force Co-Chair
  27. Special Committee on Nuclear Power [PDF 405KB]
    Proposed Report to the Legislature, Wisconsin Legislative Council, March 2007
    Recommends a set of bill drafts to the Joint Legislative Council, for introduction in the 2007-08 Session of the Legislature.
    Posted at the request of Rep. Phil Montgomery
  28. Report to Congress on the Energy Policy Act of 2005 [PDF exit DNR]
    U. S. Department of Energy
    Summarizes the findings of the DOE Study and makes recommendations for State and regional policies.
    Posted at the request of Margi Kindig, Citizen Member
  29. Final Report of the Clean Car & Energy Efficiency Working Group [PDF 137KB]
    April 2007
    Presents measures relating to automobiles and energy consumption that could help meet the major goals of Illinois Governor Rod R. Blageojevich's Energy Independence Plan.
    Posted at the request of Bruce Nilles, Sierra Club
  30. A Cost Curve for Greenhouse Gas Reduction [PDF 285KB]
    from The McKinsey Quarterly, 2007.
    An analysis of the size and cost of various greenhouse gas abatement measures.
    Posted at the request of Tom Scharff, StoraEnso
  31. Climate Change: Greenhouse Gas Reduction Bills in the 110th Congress [PDF 405KB]
    Congressional Research Service, April 2007
    This paper presents a sibe-by-side comparison of the major provisions of proposed bills advancing programs that reduce greenhouse gases and includes a glossary of common terms.
    Posted at the request of the Task Force Co-Chairs, Roy Thilly and Tia Nelson
  32. Climate Change 2007: Mitigation of Climate Change [PDF 405KB]
    Working Group III contribution to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change Fourth Assessment Report
    This Summary for Policymakers was formally approved at the 9th Session of Working Group III of the IPCC, Bangkok, Thailand, 30 April - 4 May 2007.
    Posted at the request of the Task Force Co-Chairs, Roy Thilly and Tia Nelson
  33. National Security and the Threat of Climate Change [PDF 1MB]
    The CNA Corporation, 2007
    Posted at the request of the Task Force Co-Chairs, Roy Thilly and Tia Nelson

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Conservation and Energy Efficiency Work Group Documents

  1. Energy Efficiency Resource Standards: Experience and Recommendations [PDF 420KB]
    American Council for an Engergy-Efficient Economy, March 2006
    Posted at the request of George Edgar, Conservation and Energy Efficiency Work Group Co-Chair

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Agriculture and Forestry Work Group Documents

  1. The Role for Sustainably Managed Forests in Climate Change Mitigation [PDF 79KB]
    Submitted manuscript to SAF online, July 2007

    The United States (U.S.) has not ratified the Kyoto Protocol, restricting the ability of forests from participating internationally as greenhouse gas (GHG) emission offset projects. As a result, a proliferation of different Registry and program rules is occurring in the U.S., providing an opportunity for the U.S. forestry community to mitigate GHG emissions. This paper addresses the Kyoto Protocol principles of additionality, permanence, and leakage, and challenges the way that these principles are being used to qualify forest offset projects as climate change mitigation measures. Policy initiatives are proposed for challenging policy makers and the forestry community to rethink sustainably managed forest offset project rules as the U.S. considers GHG emission reduction legislation.
    Posted at the request of the the Forestry and Agriculture Work Group Co-Chairs

  2. Assessment of Biomass Resources for Energy Generation at Xcel Energy's Bay Front Generating Station in Ashland, Wisconsin [PDF 252KB]
    Prepared by Energy Center or Wisconsin and CleanTech Partners, Inc., April 2007

    The purpose of this study is to identify potential sources of wood waste within a serviceable radius of Xcel Energy's Bay Front generating plant in Ashland, Wisconsin. A radius of 50 miles was chosen as a general guideline, which included the counties of Ashland, Bayfield, Douglas, Iron, Sawyer and Gogebic (Michigan). This study gathered information on mill and forest harvest residues generated in these counties. This information was supported through interviews with forest industry actors including government, NGO, academic researchers and business representatives.
    Posted at the request of the the Forestry and Agriculture Work Group Co-Chairs

  3. Bioenergy in Wisconsin: The Potential Supply of Forest Biomass and its Relationship to Biodiversity [PDF 629KB]
    Prepared by Resource Strategies, Inc. for Wisconsin Focus on Energy Environmental Research Program, October 2006

    This report explores existing and potential sources of forest biomass in Wisconsin, and the relationship between biomass production and forest health. Nearly 150 papers and scientific articles were reviewed in order to prepare this document. In addition, interviews with regional experts provided a local perspective.
    Posted at the request of the the Forestry and Agriculture Work Group Co-Chairs

  4. Cellulose Prairie: Biomass Fuel Potential in Wisconsin and the Midwest [PDF 1.27MB]
    Prepared by Brett Hulsey, Better Environmental Solutions, April 2007

    This report analyzes the potential impacts of cellulosic demonstration projects in Wisconsin as a case study of the benefits and costs of a pilot-scale demonstration. It provides information about the potential for job creation, technology demonstration, testing of biomass collection and utilization, cost-share and other issues.
    Posted at the request of the the Forestry and Agriculture Work Group Co-Chairs

  5. Carbon Mitigation by Biofuels or by Saving and Restoring Forests? [PDF 147KB]
    From SCIENCE, August 2007
    Posted at the request of the the Forestry and Agriculture Work Group Co-Chairs

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Industry Work Group Documents

  1. A collection of energy, technology and industry related news articles [PDF 1.8MB]
    Posted at the request of the the Industry Work Group Co-Chairs
  2. Green House Gas Reduction Through Cost-Effective Energy Efficiency in the Industrial Sector [PDF 488KB]
    John Nicol, Focus on Energy / SAIC
    Prepared for the Task Force on August 30, 2007.
    Posted at the request of the the Industry Work Group Co-Chairs
  3. Focus on Energy - Industrial Program Update [PDF 348KB]
    John Nicol, Focus on Energy / SAIC, August 2007
    Industrial Program Summary [PDF 49KB]
    Posted at the request of the the Industry Work Group Co-Chairs
  4. Efficiency Standards Policy Proposal [PDF 43KB]
    The Illinois Climate Change Advisory Group - Commercial, Industrial, Agriculture Subgroup
    Proposed efficiency standards for commercial and industrial boilers.
    Posted at the request of the the Industry Work Group Co-Chairs
  5. Clean Energy Strategies for the Manufacturing Sector [exit DNR]
    The Apollo Alliance
    The manufacturing sector consumes over 30% of all energy in the U.S., making it a prime candidate for energy management. Simple measures can greatly improve manufacturing efficiency, thereby insulating the industry from rising energy prices and increasing its competitiveness.
    Posted at the request of the the Industry Work Group Co-Chairs
  6. Component Manufacturing: Wisconsin's Future in the Renewable Energy Industry [PDF exit DNR]
    Renewable Energy Policy Project, January 2006
    It is clear from earlier Reports undertaken by the Renewable Energy Policy Project that many of the states and regions that have suffered the greatest loss of manufacturing jobs have a significant concentration of manufacturing potential to supply renewable energy manufactured components. This potential is little understood even by those closest to it and who stand to benefit the most from it. The REPP State Reports intend to provide an explanation of how this manufacturing potential is calculated and offer detailed analysis showing for a state, region, and county the potential for each of the 43 industrial codes that comprise the major component parts for the major renewable energy technologies.
    Posted at the request of the the Industry Work Group Co-Chairs
  7. Community Jobs in the Green Economy [exit DNR]
    The Apollo Alliance and Urban Habitat, 2007
    This report presents an overview of key industries in the green economy, as well as discussions about the necessary workforce development infrastructure needed to train workers to take advantage of these opportunities. Case studies of Americans who are already employed in these jobs are included.
    Posted at the request of the the Industry Work Group Co-Chairs
  8. New Energy for States: Energy-Saving Policies for Governors and Legislators [PDF exit DNR]
    The Apollo Alliance
    This publication lays out a menu of options that states can use to reduce energy use, achieve energy savings, and move toward reliance on renewable energy and fuel technologies.
    Posted at the request of the the Industry Work Group Co-Chairs
  9. State Leadership for a New Energy Future: A Four-Point Initiative for Clean Energy & Good Jobs [PDF exit DNR]
    The Apollo Alliance
    The following plan outlines a comprehensive, four-part strategy for state leadership to promote clean energy and create good jobs.
    Posted at the request of the the Industry Work Group Co-Chairs

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Transportation Work Group Documents

  1. California’s Waiver Request to Control Greenhouse Gases Under the Clean Air Act [PDF 145KB]
    Congressional Research Service, December 2007
    This report reviews the nature of EPA’s, California’s, and other states’ authority to regulate emissions from mobile sources, discusses the applicability of that authority to GHGs, and analyzes issues related to the California waiver request.
    Posted at the request of the Transportation Work Group Co-Chairs
  2. Comparison of Greenhouse Gas Reductions Under CAFE Standards and ARB Regulations Adopted Pursuant to AB1493 [PDF 117KB]
    California Air Resources Board Technical Assessment, January 2008
    Posted at the request of the Transportation Work Group Co-Chairs
  3. Energy Consumption for Getting to and from Buildings Exceeds Energy Use for Operations [exit DNR]
    Environmental News Network, October 2007
    Posted at the request of the Transportation Work Group Co-Chairs
  4. Legal Issues Pertaining to the Adoption of California Auto Emission Standards by Other States [PDF 44KB]
    Sierra Club, September 2007
    This memo briefly describes how other states can adopt California's auto emission standards under Section 177 of the Clean Air Act, including discussion of the impact of California's proposed regulations adding greenhouse gas limits to the current "LEV II" standards.
    Posted at the request of the the Transportation Work Group Co-Chairs
  5. Anti-Ethanol Myths, Misinformation and Hot Issues [PDF 57KB]
    General Motors, September 2007
    A brief summary of some of the anti-ethanol myths and misinformation along with a rebuttal argument.
    Posted at the request of the the Transportation Work Group Co-Chairs
  6. Growing Cooler: Evidence on Urban Development and Climate Change
    Urban Land Institute, October 2007
    This book documents how key changes in land development patterns could help reduce vehicle greenhouse gas emissions.
    Executive Summary [PDF 466KB]
    Full Text [PDF 5.1MB]
    Posted at the request of the the Transportation Work Group Co-Chairs
  7. Center for Clean Air Policy [exit DNR]
    CCAP - An independent, non-profit entity focusing on market-based approaches to reduce environmental problems.
    Posted at the request of the the Transportation Work Group Co-Chairs
  8. Transportation and Global Warming: Defining the Connection and the Solution [PDF exit DNR]
    Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Bureau of Equity and Environmental Services, July 2007
    Document presenting information on: 1. transportation’s role in global warming (or climate change), and 2. potential solutions or mitigation measures that are transportation-related (both solutions that states have adopted and those under consideration).
    Posted at the request of the Transportation Work Group Co-Chairs
  9. Emerging View of CO2 Emissions by Household - Chicago Region [PDF 181KB]
    1000 Friends of Wisconsin
    A slide that graphically demonstrates the per household emissions of CO2 - comparing urban, suburban and rural per household emissions in the greater Chicago area.
    Posted at the request of the Transportation Work Group Co-Chairs
  10. EPRI-NRDC Environmental Assessment of Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles
    Electric Power Research Institute, July 2007
    In the most comprehensive environmental assessment of electric transportation to date, the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) and the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) are examining the greenhouse gas emissions and air quality impacts of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV). The purpose of the program is to evaluate the nationwide environmental impacts of potentially large numbers of PHEVs over a time period of 2010 to 2050. Posted at the request of the Transportation Work Group Co-Chairs
  11. Environmental, economic, and energetic costs and benefits of biodiesel and ethanol biofuels [exit DNR]
    National Academy of Sciences, 2006
    Using net energy gain, environmental benefits, economic competitiveness, and large scale availability vis a vis food supplies, this paper evaluates, through life-cycle accounting, ethanol from corn grain and biodiesel from soybeans.
    Posted at the request of the the Transportation Work Group Co-Chairs
  12. California State Senate, SB 375 [exit DNR]
    California SB 375 : Transportation planning, travel demand models, and preferred growth scenarios. Links transportation planning and funding to general land use planning and the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
    Posted at the request of the the Transportation Work Group Co-Chairs
  13. Alternatives to Traditional Transportation Fuels 1994, Volume 2 Greenhouse Gas Emissions [exit DNR]
    Energy Information Administration
    This report addresses the Energy Information Administration's (EIA's) efforts to fulfill its reporting obligations under Section 503 (a)(4) and (b)(3) of the Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPACT) regarding alternative transportation fuels and replacement fuels. These provisions authorize EIA to collect and report information on greenhouse gases emitted by use of replacement fuels, which is the subject of this publication.
    Posted at the request of the the Transportation Work Group Co-Chairs
  14. Smart Growth and Climate Change: Making a Difference Through Better Performance [PDF 458KB]
    Prepared by Natural Resources Defense Council
    Posted at the request of the Transportation Work Group Co-Chairs
  15. Evaluation of Short - Term Transportation Demand Management Strategies [PDF 2.84MB]
    Wisconsin Department of Transportation, December 2002
    Posted at the request of the Transportation Work Group Co-Chairs

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Ad-hoc Low Income Work Group Documents

  1. The Effects of Climate-Change Policies on the Federal Budget and the Budgets of Low-Income Households [PDF 483KB]
    Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, November 2007
    Effective measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions can be compatible with sound budgeting and the fair treatment of low-income consumers. Designing a policy that meets these objectives requires, however, that lawmakers be mindful not just of the environmental consequences of their actions but of the budgetary and distributional implications as well.
    Posted at the request of the Low Income Work Group Chair
  2. Designing Climate-Change Legislation That Shields Low-Income Households from Increased Poverty and Hardship [PDF 143KB]
    Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, November 2007
    Efficient, effective policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions work in part by raising the prices of fossil fuel energy products to encourage energy efficiency and the substitution of clean energy sources for fossil fuel. While this is essential to prevent damage from climate change, it will raise costs to consumers for a wide array of products and services, from gasoline and electricity to food, mass transit, and other products or services with significant energy inputs. The cost increases will pose special challenges for low- and moderate-income households.
    Posted at the request of the Low Income Work Group Chair
  3. Low-Income Consumers’ Energy Bills and Their Impact in 2006 [PDF 263KB]
    Economic Opportunity Studies, October 2005
    Department of Energy price projections released October 8 are the basis for predicting the impact of the coming year’s combined household energy bills on low- and moderate-income consumers. The analysis assumes normal weather and no changes in household heat or a/c sources and mix of appliances and lighting used.
    Posted at the request of the Low Income Work Group Chair
  4. Research Resources Regarding Needs and Impacts Relating to Low Income Utility and Energy Consumers [PDF 51KB]
    CT Legal Services, Inc., February 2007
    This listing was prepared as a guide to assist in accessing information relevant to low-income utility and energy consumers.
    Posted at the request of the Low Income Work Group Chair

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Ad-hoc Co-Generation Work Group Documents

  1. District Heating and Cooling Systems for Communities Through Power Plant Retrofit and Distribution Networks
    Phase I - Identification and Assessment - Final Report [PDF 18.6MB]
    Wisconsin State Energy Office, prepared for U.S. Department of Energy, September 1979

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Technical Advisory Group Documents

  1. The Greenhouse Gas and Carbon Profile of the Canadian Forest Products Industry [PDF 317KB]
    National Council for Air and Stream Improvement, October 2007
    Posted at the request of TAG member Craig Loehle with approval of Technical Advisory Group Co-Chairs
  2. The Greenhouse Gas and Carbon Profile of the Global Forest Products Industry [PDF 310KB]
    National Council for Air and Stream Improvement, February 2007
    Posted at the request of TAG member Craig Loehle with approval of Technical Advisory Group Co-Chairs
  3. Appendix B: Wind Deployment System (WinDS) Model-Specific Assumptions - DRAFT [PDF 1.2MB]
    National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), 2007
    Posted at the request of George Edgar, Technical Advisory Group Co-Chair
  4. Rising Utility Construction Costs: Sources and Impacts [PDF 439KB]
    The Edison Foundation, Septmber 2007
    The purpose of this study is to a) document recent increases in the construction cost of utility infrastructure (generation, transmission, and distribution), b) identify the underlying causes of these increases, and c) explain how these increased costs will translate into higher rates that consumers might face as a result of required infrastructure investment. This report also provides a reference for utilities, regulators and the public to understand the issues related to recent construction cost increases.
    Posted at the request of George Edgar, Technical Advisory Group Co-Chair
  5. Carbon and Climate Change - Key messages for policy makers [PDF 980KB]
    The Sustainable Forest Products Industry
    The The Sustainable Forest Products Industry discusses it's position as a "carbon manager," carbon opportunities and challenges, and policy recommendations.
    Posted at the request of the Technical Advisory Group Co-Chairs
  6. EPRI-NRDC Environmental Assessment of Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles
    Electric Power Research Institute, July 2007
    In the most comprehensive environmental assessment of electric transportation to date, the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) and the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) are examining the greenhouse gas emissions and air quality impacts of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV). The purpose of the program is to evaluate the nationwide environmental impacts of potentially large numbers of PHEVs over a time period of 2010 to 2050.
    Posted at the request of Kris Krause, Technical Advisory Group Co-Chair
  7. Program on Technology Innovation: Economic Analysis of California Climate Initiatives: An Integrated Approach
    Electric Power Research Institute, May 2007
    Volume 1 - Summary for Policymakers [PDF exit DNR]
    Posted at the request of Kris Krause, Technical Advisory Group Co-Chair

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Related Sites

  • Marian University Seventh Annual Academic Symposium - Global Warming: The Facts and The Future [PDF 36KB]
    Marian University, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, October 28 – 29, 2008
    Marian University and its Academic Symposium Committee invite submissions for the Seventh Annual Academic Symposium. This two-day symposium aims to engage the Marian community and members from the surrounding communities in discussions concerning current events and topics; the 2008 symposium will focus on global warming and the environment. The goals of this symposium are to clearly present what scientists know about global warming and what they are still debating; develop an understanding of the issue from a number of perspectives; identify possible solutions to address global warming; and discern what needs to be done to implement these solutions.
  • Wisconsin Natural Resources Board Climate Change Briefing
    The Natural Resources Board held a special meeting April 22, 2008 to hear from experts on climate change. Topics covered during this informational seminar included an overview of climate change and presentations on three state and regional projects that address climate change: the Wisconsin Initiative on Climate Change Impacts; the Governor's Task Force on Global Warming; and the Midwest Governors Association Initiative.
  • Advances in Nuclear [exit DNR]
    Seminar by Wisconsin Public Utility Institutes
    March 2008, Engineering Hall, Madison
    Includes links to presentations, bios and videos
  • Conference on Global Climate Change and Sustainable Development [exit DNR]
    UW-Milwaukee Global Climate Change and Sustainable Development Initiative
    April 24 - 25, 2008, DoubleTree Hotel, Milwaukee
  • Sustaining Wisconsin's Environment & Economy: Responding to Climate Change [exit DNR]
    Second Annual UW-Madison Nelson Institute Earth Day Conference
    April 16, 2008, Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center, Madison
  • EPA Greenhouse Gas Equivalencies Calculator [exit DNR]
    The calculator converts greenhouse gas-related savings estimates, typically presented in "million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalents," into familiar terms. Users can enter savings in emissions, electricity consumption, gallons of gasoline, or number of vehicles into the calculator and determine up to 13 different ways to express the magnitude of the savings.
  • Pew Center on Global Climate Change [exit DNR]
    The Center brings together business leaders, policy makers, scientists, and other experts to bring a new approach to a complex and often controversial issue. The approach is based on sound science, straight talk, and a belief in working together to protect the climate while sustaining economic growth.
  • Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) [exit DNR]
    The IPCC is a scientific intergovernmental body set up by the World Meteorological Organization and by the United Nations Environment Programme. It was established to provide the decision-makers and others interested in climate change with an objective source of information about climate change. The IPCC does not conduct any research nor does it monitor climate related data or parameters. Its role is to assess on a comprehensive, objective, open and transparent basis the latest scientific, technical and socio-economic literature produced worldwide relevant to the understanding of the risk of human-induced climate change, its observed and projected impacts and options for adaptation and mitigation.
  • UW-Madison Energy Institute [exit DNR]
    The Energy Institute integrates energy related activities across University of Wisconsin - Madison and promotes collaboration with government and industry leaders to comprehensively address the energy challenge.
    Energy Institute email list [exit DNR]
    Energy Institute Presentations [exit DNR]
  • Business Roundtable [exit DNR]
    An association of chief executive officers of leading U.S. companies with $4.5 trillion in annual revenues and more than 10 million employees. Read their Climate Change Statement [PDF exit DNR].
  • Stablization Wedge Resource [exit DNR]
    From the Carbon Mitigation Initiative, the "stabilization wedges" concept illustrates the scale of emissions cuts needed in the future, and provides a common unit for comparing the carbon mitigating capacities of various energy and storage technologies.

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Last Revised: Thursday June 25 2009