Despite industry ties, Wisconsin`s top utility regulator vows independence, public involvement


Despite industry ties, Wisconsin`s top utility regulator vows independence, public involvement


Rebecca Valcq wants you to get excited about energy.

An industry insider, the new chairwoman of the Wisconsin Public Service Commission says she would like to demystify the utility regulation process and encourage more public engagement.

“It’s really interesting, and it impacts everybody,” Valcq said in an interview with the Wisconsin State Journal. “Whatever walk of life, whatever socioeconomic background you have, whatever career path you choose, you are impacted by energy — every day.”...

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Ken Notes: WELCOME!! I applaud this effort, just one warning a small vocal group can easily take advantage of this -- so be careful. I suggest running meeting and hearings so that a balance on issues is presented. Also encourage alternative solutions and mediation. We are currently treating energy as very divided issue, the reality is that some solutions are found in the middle...

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