The commission members decided to focus on two broad areas for 2019: energy and water.
As the group moves toward encouraging a move to 100% renewable energy, it will help to revisit the previous 25 by 25 goal, learn how far toward that goal the municipalities are using the annual indicators reports, and consider what preparation will be needed to move to 100% renewables. For example, should building standards be tightened so new and remodeled spaces will be more energy efficient? Should the commission encourage partnerships to ensure sufficient EV Level 2 or fast charging stations along its I-90 corridor and within the area? What other preparation is needed?
La Crosse County lives on water. Our water is fundamental for the health of our people, wildlife, family farms, and businesses. When our water resources are at risk, we all suffer. Recent warnings about contamination of water resources in some parts of La Crosse County, major new required water treatment facilities, competition among users, the decline of state and national water quality enforcement, and other water related issues will be examined during 2019.
The commission plans to host public information and input sessions during the year as it examines these two important issues.
As the group moves toward encouraging a move to 100% renewable energy, it will help to revisit the previous 25 by 25 goal, learn how far toward that goal the municipalities are using the annual indicators reports, and consider what preparation will be needed to move to 100% renewables. For example, should building standards be tightened so new and remodeled spaces will be more energy efficient? Should the commission encourage partnerships to ensure sufficient EV Level 2 or fast charging stations along its I-90 corridor and within the area? What other preparation is needed?
La Crosse County lives on water. Our water is fundamental for the health of our people, wildlife, family farms, and businesses. When our water resources are at risk, we all suffer. Recent warnings about contamination of water resources in some parts of La Crosse County, major new required water treatment facilities, competition among users, the decline of state and national water quality enforcement, and other water related issues will be examined during 2019.
The commission plans to host public information and input sessions during the year as it examines these two important issues.
