WGF Blog
Posts by WGF members on a variety of conservation-related topics.
Federal Government Proposes Wetland Protection Rollback (WOTUS Rule)
Blue-spotted salamander on a tree trunk. Salamander was moving from upland winter habitat to ephemeral pond, Washington County, WI, March 31, 2024. These salamanders and many other wildlife species depend on intact wetlands and waterways to complete their life cycles. Photo by Don Behm.
Federal Government Proposes Wetland Protection Rollback (WOTUS Rule)
The US Environmental …
Read More >WGF Comments on Amphibian and Reptile Rule
Wood turtle. Photo by Jessica Piispanen / USFWS Midwest, 2016, via Flickr
WGF Submits Comments on Draft Rule NH-04-25 on Amphibian and Reptile Regulations
On January 12, 2026, Wisconsin’s Green Fire (WGF) submitted a comment letter to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) about draft rule NH-04-25. The comment period for submissions on …
Read More >WGF Comments on Draft Revisions to NRCS 590 Nutrient Management Standard
Contour Farming – Photo Credit Jim Klousia
WGF Submits Comments on Draft Revisions to NRCS 590 Nutrient Management Standard
On January 15, 2026, Wisconsin’s Green Fire (WGF) submitted a letter of comments to the Wisconsin Standard Oversights Council (SOC) regarding important technical standards about Wisconsin’s agriculture and natural resources. WGF’s comments pertain to the …
Read More >Providing Input on Wisconsin’s Beaver Management Plan
Beaver in Douglas County, Wisconsin. Photo via Snapshot Wisconsin.
A new chapter in managing beaver in Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) uses 10-year plans to guide the management of different species throughout Wisconsin. The existing Beaver Management Plan (2015-2025) is currently being updated so it can be implemented over the next …
Read More >Green Fire Cafe 2026
Green Fire Cafe continues in 2026
These days, we all need opportunities to unwind and connect. We need people around us to talk through our challenges and cheer on our achievements. But how can we do that when life is so busy? It can be challenging enough just to keep up with all the …
Read More >Big Tech Unchecked – A Toolkit for Community Action around Data Centers
New Publication: Hyperscale Data Centers in Wisconsin – Big Tech Unchecked – a toolkit for community action
Hyperscale Data Centers in Wisconsin – Big Tech Unchecked: A toolkit for community action. Published December 2025.
In fall 2025, Wisconsin’s Green Fire (WGF), collaborated with Sierra Club of Wisconsin, Midwest Environmental Advocates, …
Read More >WGF Recommendations for the North Central Forest Draft Regional Master Plan
Old growth white pine shelterwood, Board of Commissioners of Public Land, 40 acres east of Upper Post Lake, Langlade County. Photo by Ron Eckstein.
WGF Recommendations for the North Central Forest Draft Regional Master Plan
WGF Recommendations: North Central Forest Draft Regional Master Plan, Dec. 3, 2025, p.1.
In early December 2025, Wisconsin’s …
Read More >Wisconsin’s Green Fire Thanks George Meyer
Note: George Meyer (1947-2025) passed away at home on December 10, 2025. We will share updates when his obituary and information about a memorial service are available. If you would like to contribute toward George’s Celebration of Life, you can learn more and donate at the family’s GoFundMe page here. You can find George’s …
Read More >Democrats Hold “Clean Water for Wisconsin” Press Conference
by Paul Heinen, Policy Director, Wisconsin’s Green Fire (WGF)
Clean Water for Wisconsin Press Conference
Clean Water for Wisconsin Press Conference, Nov. 20, 2025
Paul Heinen, WGF’s Policy Director, attended the November 20, 2025 “Clean Water for Wisconsin” press conference. At the event, Legislative Democratic Senators and Representatives spoke about a number of proposals they will …
Read More >Why WGF Opposes 4 Bills on Administrative Rules
by Paul Heinen, WGF Policy Director; edited by Carolyn Pralle, WGF Communications and Outreach Coordinator
On Tuesday, November 18, 2025, the Assembly Committee on Government Operations, Accountability, and Transparency passed four bills out of committee on a partisan vote of six (6) Republican votes to three (3) Democratic votes.
Wisconsin’s Green Fire (WGF) opposes all four …
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