MADISON, WI (WTAQ-WRN) — Many Wisconsin households could pay more on utilities next year.
Wisconsin utilities, including Madison Gas and Electric and Alliant Energy, are proposing increases.
Madison Gas and Electric’s rate hike request is 3.8%, while Alliant is looking at a nearly 8.5% boost. WE Energies, which serves the Milwaukee metro area, is also looking for at a 3% increase in residential rates, following last year’s hike of 11.3%.
The proposals need to be approved by the Public Service Commission.