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What We Are Doing in and Around Wisconsin
May 04 2012

New Milwaukee data center advances job creation, technical computing opportunities in Milwaukee

For Immediate Release May 4, 2012 New Milwaukee data center advances job creation, technical computing opportunities in Milwaukee $36-million Data Holdings LLC project a first for southeastern Wisconsin MILWAUKEE — A new data center project being launched by the Potawatomi Business Development Corporation will break ground on Monday, helping establish the foundation for Milwaukee as [...]

April 27 2012

Protect the environment through safe e-cycling

Electronic waste should not be discarded outdoors MILWAUKEE — With the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources reporting an uptick in the number of electronic items recovered from Wisconsin ditches, landscapes and waterways, it’s important to remind consumers that old or unwanted electronics should be properly e-cycled with registered E-Cycle Wisconsin collectors. “We are fortunate that [...]

April 18 2012

Celebrate Earth Day by e-recycling unwanted electronics

Events in Madison and Milwaukee offer opportunities to safely discard items MILWAUKEE — Earth Day is Sunday, April 22, and the annual reminder to take care of the planet is a good time to e-cycle the unwanted and unused electronics in your home or office. “E-cycling a computer, DVD player, or other electronic device provides [...]

April 16 2012

Five apps for Wisconsin gardeners

Digital apps help with planning, planting and care this growing season MILWAUKEE — The proliferation of smartphones and tablets means that more and more apps are being developed for specific consumer hobbies and interests. This month, Wired Wisconsin suggests the following five apps for gardeners statewide: Garden Tracker (iPhone/iPad: $0.99) A good gardening app at [...]

February 27 2012

Wired Wisconsin announces addition of Habitat for Humanity as new partner organization

MILWAUKEE — Wired Wisconsin today announced that a new partner has joined its coalition – Habitat for Humanity of Wisconsin. “Technological growth depends on drawing ideas and knowledge from many leaders and making the connections to link them together,” said Thad Nation, Executive Director of Wired Wisconsin. “We are excited to have Habitat for Humanity [...]

January 24 2012

Wisconsin gains nearly $20 million in broadband investment, adds almost 1,000 estimated jobs in second half of 2011

Wired Wisconsin investment tracker calculates wireless investments in Wisconsin MILWAUKEE — Wired Wisconsin’s Broadband and Wireless Investment and Jobs Tracker is reporting significant high-tech development to end 2011, with investments deployed in all areas of the state. “These investments improve broadband access in Wisconsin, are proof of further economic investment and provide needed job creation [...]

January 19 2012

New study touts economic and jobs benefits of next-generation broadband advancements

Upgrade from 3G to 4G technologies will provide significant opportunity for job growth in 2012 MILWAUKEE — A new economic study released yesterday by the New Policy Institute projects that an upgrade from 3G to 4G wireless technology is projected to create more than 231,000 new American jobs within a 12-month period. “Significant job growth [...]

December 27 2011

Consumers, don’t discard those old electronics this week

E-cycling a better option for those who received new electronics for the holidays   MILWAUKEE – Now that the gifts are all unwrapped and Wisconsin residents are enjoying new laptops, computers, e-readers and cell phones, the big question is: What do to with those old or unwanted electronics? Thanks to the E-Cycle Wisconsin program, residents [...]

December 21 2011

Recycling Electronics Vital for Sustainability and Job Growth Post Holiday Season

MILWAUKEE – With many Wisconsin residents giving and receiving electronics as gifts this holiday season, Wired Wisconsin is reminding consumers to take advantage of the E-Cycle Wisconsin program and safely dispose of old or unwanted electronics after the holidays. “As an influx of people are looking to get rid of old electronics after the holidays, [...]

December 19 2011

Applied Data Consultants Joins Wired Wisconsin as New Partner Organization

MILWAUKEE — Wired Wisconsin today announced that Applied Data Consultants, Inc., headquartered in Eau Claire, has joined the organization as a new partner. “Technological growth depends on drawing ideas and knowledge from many leaders and making the connections to link them together,” says Thad Nation, executive director of Wired Wisconsin. “I am pleased to welcome [...]

December 13 2011

E-Cycle Wisconsin Brings in 6.2 Pounds of E-Waste Per Resident in 2011, Provides Boost to State Economy

MILWAUKEE — Now in its second year, the E-Cycle Wisconsin program, which requires state residents to recycle their electronic waste, is already helping to grow the state economy and keep electronics out of landfills. E-waste collectors and recyclers from across Wisconsin are seeing a significant influx of electronic equipment in 2011, which means more business [...]

November 21 2011

Smart Shoppers Go Mobile on Black Friday

Impact of accessing the Internet via smartphones expected to guide shoppers this year

October 25 2011

Wisconsin broadband investment tracker estimates $12.8 million in wireless investment, 600 jobs throughout state

New Wired Wisconsin investment tracker calculates wireless investments in Wisconsin

October 07 2011

Wired Wisconsin Calls for Approval of Green Data Center Bill

Senate Bill 31 would provide incentives to bring tech businesses, jobs to Wisconsin MILWAUKEE — Wired Wisconsin is calling for the Senate to approve Senate Bill 31, a measure designed to increase the number of data centers and high-tech employment opportunities in the state. The bill creates an income and franchise tax credit equal to [...]

August 31 2011

Southeast Wisconsin plan illustrates broadband debate

MILWAUKEE — A new Broadband Action Plan for the seven-county southeastern Wisconsin region just released by the Public Service Commission reinforces the need not just for expanded broadband services, but also for affordable, reliable broadband improvements. One-third of Wisconsin’s population lives in this region and at least one broadband option is available to most residents, [...]

August 24 2011

New Report: 4G deployment supports job growth

4G network investments will open door to thousands of new jobs for Americans MILWAUKEE — The investments wireless telecommunications companies are poised to invest in fourth generation cellular wireless networks (4G) will have a significant impact on job growth and economic development in America, according to a new report released by Deloitte this week. Wireless [...]

July 24 2011

FCC Report Shows Need for Rural Broadband Strategy

Broadband unavailable for 28 percent of rural Americans MILWAUKEE — A new report released this week by the Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) today shows that more than one in four rural Americans lack access to broadband services. “Bringing Broadband to Rural America: Update to Report on a Rural Broadband [...]

June 29 2011

Wisconsin’s high-tech exports outpacing national average

State also among leaders in Midwest Region MILWAUKEE — Results of a new report this week released by the Wisconsin Technology Council show that Wisconsin’s high-tech exports are increasing at a rate faster than five Midwestern states and the United States as a whole. “This report clearly affirms Wisconsin’s emerging reputation as a technology hotbed,” [...]

June 21 2011

Wired Wisconsin Launches Online Legislative Directory

MILWAUKEE — Today, Wired Wisconsin launched its new Legislative Directory, an online resource for those looking to contact their state legislators through email and social networking sites. “As email and social networking sites play an increasing role in how constituents interact with their representatives, we recognize the importance of creating a comprehensive online directory for [...]

May 24 2011

Statement on Signing of Wisconsin Telecom Modernization Act

MILWAUKEE — Governor Scott Walker on Tuesday signed into law Special Session Senate Bill 13, the Wisconsin Telecom Modernization Act.  Thad Nation, executive director of Wired Wisconsin, issued this statement in response to the news: “This is an exciting day for the state of Wisconsin, as the Legislature and Governor Walker have taken the steps [...]