Great businesses and quality of life depend on great services, and the Madison Region has the resources you need for your business and your home. The region's access to high-quality, affordable gas and electric, clean, abundant water and our rapidly expanding broadband telecommunications network mean dependable access for your business.
Wisconsin was recently ranked 16th greenest state in the nation by Forbes magazine, and it's easy to understand this high ranking. Forbes ranked each state in six equally-weighted categories: carbon footprint, air quality, water quality, hazardous waste management, policy initiatives and energy consumption. The Madison Region's commitment to providing affordable, accessible utilities coupled with growing sustainable practices has placed Wisconsin among the top states in the nation.
Wisconsin was recently ranked 16th greenest state in the nation by Forbes magazine, and it's easy to understand this high ranking. Forbes ranked each state in six equally-weighted categories: carbon footprint, air quality, water quality, hazardous waste management, policy initiatives and energy consumption. The Madison Region's commitment to providing affordable, accessible utilities coupled with growing sustainable practices has placed Wisconsin among the top states in the nation.
Community Focus: Rock County
Rock County knows that an investment in infrastructure is an investment in economic development and in quality of life. Between May 2006 to May 2007, there was approximately $15.6 million in local public infrastructure projects (roads, water, sewer, bike paths, etc.) completed/bid throughout the county.
In private utility infrastructure, Alliant Energy and American Transmission Company are investing millions into their systems throughout Rock County. For instance, ATC announced $12+ million for YR 2007-2010, while Alliant Energy is investing $8.4 million in the City of Milton alone between 2007-2010.
Rock County's focus on infrastructure is a benefit to the entire 8-county region.
In private utility infrastructure, Alliant Energy and American Transmission Company are investing millions into their systems throughout Rock County. For instance, ATC announced $12+ million for YR 2007-2010, while Alliant Energy is investing $8.4 million in the City of Milton alone between 2007-2010.
Rock County's focus on infrastructure is a benefit to the entire 8-county region.