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Enforcement | Environmental Protection | Business

DNR Issues Formal Notice Of Violation To Enbridge; Additional Enforcement Action Possible

On Tuesday, Oct. 13, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources issued a notice of violation (NOV) to Enbridge Energy Company, Inc. for alleged violations in Iron and Ashland counties. The alleged violations include violations of permit conditions for the Line 5 reroute construction project and violations of state environmental laws for the unpermitted construction of a bypass around the Saxon Line 5 spill site.

Environmental Protection | Industry | Green Tier

DNR Releases 2025-2026 Sustainability And Business Support Report

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources today announced the release of the Sustainability and Business Support (SBS) section's 2025-2026 report. The report highlights the many ways forward-thinking businesses, in partnership with SBS, are voluntarily outperforming regulatory requirements while achieving both superior environmental outcomes and operational efficiencies.

Financial Assistance | Recycling

DNR Awards More Than $250,000 For Recycling Electronics In Underserved Areas

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has awarded just over $250,000 in E-Cycle Wisconsin Electronics Collection Grants for 39 projects in 35 counties that will host an electronics collection site or event between October 2026 and December 2027.

Environmental Protection | Tree Planting

DNR Announces 2027 Seedling Availability And Tree Planting Milestone

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources highlights a milestone for Wisconsin’s Trillion Trees Pledge and encourages everyone to take action to bring Wisconsin closer to a resilient landscape.

Business | Environmental Protection | Green Tier

DNR Seeking Public Comment On Green Tier Application For KS Large Bore Pistons

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources requests public comments on the Green Tier application for KS Large Bore Pistons, LLC. (KSLP). If accepted, the application would allow KSLP to join Tier 1.