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Wisconsin · Construction & power moves · 1
full tracker →Land, power, and interconnection moves across Wisconsin — each traced to primary filings.
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Top JUST IN — Wisconsin
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MISO announces Selected Developers for competitive transmission projects in Wisconsin
Source: MISO · Jan 06, 2026According to MISO, Viridon Midcontinent LLC was chosen to develop the Wisconsin Southeast Competitive Transmission Project (WISE) and Transource, Inc. will lead the Bell Center–Columbia–Sugar Creek–IL/WI State Line 765 kV Competitive Transmission Project (BECI). MISO says, “Both developers will execute Selected Developer Agreements with MISO within 60 days. Construction activities will begin following regulatory approvals and permitting processes.”
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Public Scoping Session for the Northwoods Project (PF26-6-000) (Shawano, WI)
Source: Federal Energy Regulatory Commission · Jun 29, 2026FERC’s Northwoods Project docket is in an environmental scoping phase: “the Commission requests public comments on the scope of issues to address in the environmental document,” and “Commission staff will consider all written and oral comments during the preparation of the environmental document” (FERC). The agency also says “Representatives from ANR will also be present to answer project-specific questions.”
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System Planning Committee of the Board of Directors - June 16, 2026
Interconnection Queue Distribution Interconnection. This meeting is a part of the MISO Board of Directors week in Milwaukee, WI.
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Recent Wisconsin data center news
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Eaton invests $340M in US transformer production
US-based Eaton has announced a $340 million investment to increase production of three-phase transformers in response to a shortage. This facility will be located in Jonesville, South Carolina, and aims to meet record demand from utility and industrial customers, including data centers. Production and hiring are expected to begin in 2027. This investment contributes to Eaton’s commitment of over $1 billion in North American manufacturing since 2023, aiming to enhance power distribution solutions and electric grid infrastructure.
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Eaton invests in new South Carolina transformer manufacturing site to power data centers, grid modernization, electrification and industrialization
US-based Eaton has invested $340 million to increase production of three-phase transformers in South Carolina, creating 700 jobs by 2027. This is part of a $1 billion investment in North American manufacturing since 2023, supporting grid modernization and clean energy initiatives.
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Johnson Controls Named Leading Thermal Management Provider for Data Centers by ABI Research
US-based Johnson Controls has been named a top thermal management provider for data centers by ABI Research, highlighting its innovative and energy-efficient solutions. The company’s YORK® YVAM chiller can reduce energy usage by up to 40%, addressing the substantial energy consumption often seen in HVAC systems used within data centers. Johnson Controls launched a Global Data Center Solutions organization to enhance production capacity and provide tailored solutions across different regions, ensuring consistent support for data center operators. The company focuses on integrating thermal management with other essential building technologies to foster sustainability in the industry.
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Data centers drive Modine’s Q3 growth; CEO sees no DeepSeek ‘slowdown’
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Modine Reports Third Quarter Fiscal 2025 Results
US-based Modine Manufacturing Company has reported significant growth in its Climate Solutions segment, achieving sales of $360.8 million, which marks a 42% increase year-over-year. This growth was driven by higher demand for data center cooling and HVAC&R products, alongside contributions from the recent acquisition of Scott Springfield Manufacturing which added $73.6 million in sales. Modine aims to continue expanding its technology offerings to support sustainable energy solutions.
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Modine Manufacturing to open Wisconsin plant
US-based Modine Manufacturing is opening a new facility in Franklin, Wisconsin, that will create 200 jobs by 2029. The 153,000-square-foot facility, set to commence operations this year, will specialize in producing thermal management systems for specialty and commercial electric vehicles, including fire trucks and municipal buses. The facility’s development is supported by $1.6 million in tax increment financing from the city government.
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Microsoft plans to pour $80B into cloud data centers
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Modine Announces India Expansion to Meet Growing Data Center Industry Demand
India-based Modine announced plans to open a new facility in Chennai to manufacture advanced cooling technologies for data centers and stationary power generation equipment. This expansion aims to meet the growing demand in India, Asia, and the Middle East, enhancing performance and efficiency of power units. Modine’s strategic growth captures trends in high-performance computing and AI.
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Fluor profits fall, data center and nuclear offer upside
Fluor reports Q3 2024 results with focus on data center construction and nuclear energy projects, including small modular reactors, despite project delays affecting earnings. The company has earned $54 million in Q3 2024 (down from $206 million year ago) with revenue of $4.09 billion and backlog of $31.32 billion, while developing innovative solutions like offsite modularization for data centers and expanding its nuclear portfolio to meet rising power demands.