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Green View: Solar Solution

When it comes to clean power, solar is hot! It commands the most interest with consumers, and supporters of renewable energy can share solar through MGE's Solar Clean Power Partners.

In this Green View report:

* Meet families and businesses harnessing the power of the sun and learn how the Green Power community is making that possible.

* Will a cloudy day cast a shadow on solar power efficiency? See what Bob has to say. Click here to ask your own question.

* Check out the clean-powered pizza at our featured Green Biz, Ian's Pizza.

* See if you can win a stainless steel water bottle by playing this month’s Green Biz Quiz.

Thanks for watching and please share your comments and questions!

Green View: Best of 2009

2009 was a good year to be thinking green! Supporters of clean energy gained ground... with business and political leaders adding their support.

On Green View, we met plenty of folks committed to a cleaner future... farmers and business owners and regular families. In this story, see the highlights from 2009 stories -- from the climb to the top of a turbine to a 10th anniversary milestone for Green Power!

Plus, we're starting a new contest called the Green Biz quiz. See if you can name the Green Power business and win an LED flashlight!

And, help us plan upcoming Green View stories. We want to hear your story ideas! Click here to tell us about someone who's making a difference.

Enjoy the story and as always, please share your comments and questions.

Green Ride

Madison Metro wants you to hop on for a green ride. The city agency is taking a number of steps to protect the environment. In this story, see how Metro is going green.

Know another business or person who should be featured in an upcoming story? We want to hear your suggestions! Click here to tell us about someone who's making a difference.

And try your smarts on the new green trivia quiz. You could win a compact flourescent light bulb.

Enjoy the story and as always, please share your comments and questions.

Ask Bob - Episode 5

Who actually benefits from Green Power -- only the businesses and individuals who purchase it?

In this episode, Terry asks Bob, "How does the everyday Joe benefit from Green Power?" Watch the story above to see Bob's answer.

Also in this report, we learn the science of solar from engineer Dave Toso.

Enjoy the report and please CLICK HERE to share a comment or leave your question for Bob.

Green View: Cleaner Cars

When will electric cars be mainstream? Probably sooner than you think!

Hear what the experts had to say at the recent Hybridfest Expo. In this video report, you'll see the latest in green technology from fully electric neighborhood vehicles to plug-in batteries that can get you 100+ mpg today!

Plus, if you own a plug-in hybrid, we want to hear from you! MGE wants to give plug-in owners free access to new charging stations that are coming to Madison. Click here to sign up and please suggest locations where you'd like to see charging stations.

And if you know someone who has a plug-in hybrid vehicle please share this story and tell them they can register for free access.

Bob Asks You - Episode 2

Answer man Bob Stoffs is asking local green businesses "Why do you buy Green Power"? In this story, you'll see answers from everyone from a custom construction company to the City of Madison.

Of course, Bob is always ready to answer questions as well! Just click here to leave a question about renewable energy and Bob will be back with an answer.

A Day at the Fair

A day at the fair can be life changing if you're talking about the Midwest Renewable Energy Fair!  This year, record-breaking crowds were in Custer, Wisconsin to celebrate the fair's 20th birthday.

You'll find everything about sustainable living at the fair. From solar cooking to small wind to alternative housing... watch the story to why the Energy Fair has become the largest event of its kind in the country!

Green View: A Day at the Fair

A day at the fair can be life changing if you're talking about the Midwest Renewable Energy Fair! This year, record-breaking crowds were in Custer, Wisconsin to celebrate the fair's 20th birthday. Watch the video above to see what it's all about! In this month's report:

  • From solar cooking to small wind to alternative housing... see why the Energy Fair has become the largest event of its kind in the country!
  • In our new episode of "Bob Asks You", answer man Bob Stoffs is back with a question for local green businesses.
  • Test yourself with our latest sun spot quiz... try to guess the answer and win a prize!

Enjoy the stories and click here to leave a question or comment.

Field of Dreams | StoryBridge

We're celebrating 10 years of Green Power!

Ten years ago, MGE launched the Rosiere Wind Farm. In this story, you'll get an honest look at the trials and triumphs of building the first major wind farm in the Midwest.

We'll take you to Kewaunee County, where it all started. A decade ago, the issue divided the community. Hear what happened to farmers who took a stand for clean energy and see how far we’ve come!

Larger Than Life

This farm field trip has nothing to do with cows or horses. Each year, Kewaunee County students visit a very different kind of farm... the Rosiere Wind Farm.

In this story, see how students react to the giant structures and hear why teachers think the visit is full of important lessons.




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