Clean Grid Alliance dba Powering Wisconsin
Registered Principal Details
Business Or Interest:
Advocates for Renewable Energy and Battery Storage Development in the Midwest
Lobbying Interests:
Promotion of policies that create stable markets for renewables including wind and solar development.
CEO Name:
Beth Soholt
Advocates for Renewable Energy and Battery Storage Development in the Midwest
Lobbying Interests:
Promotion of policies that create stable markets for renewables including wind and solar development.
CEO Name:
Beth Soholt
Contact
PM
Peder Mewis
570 Asbury St., Suite 201
St. Paul, MN 55104
(651) 644-3400
pmewis@cleangridalliance.org
570 Asbury St., Suite 201
St. Paul, MN 55104
(651) 644-3400
pmewis@cleangridalliance.org
Authorized Lobbyists
| Lobbyist Name | Exclusive Duties | Authorized On | Withdrawn On |
|---|
Lobbying Interests
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Assembly Bill 7
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Assembly Bill 7
Relating to: requiring local approval for certain wind and solar projects before Public Service Commission approval.
Bill Text and History
2/11/2025
First Communication Date
2/5/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: requiring local approval for certain wind and solar projects before Public Service Commission approval.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/11/2025
First Communication Date
2/5/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Assembly Bill 30
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Assembly Bill 30
Relating to: prohibiting a foreign adversary from acquiring agricultural or forestry land in this state.
Bill Text and History
1/23/2026
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: prohibiting a foreign adversary from acquiring agricultural or forestry land in this state.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date1/23/2026
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 174
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Assembly Bill 174
Relating to: transmission facilities; installation of large wind energy, large solar energy, and battery energy storage systems; installation of light-mitigating technology systems; and prioritizing nuclear energy resources. (FE)
Bill Text and History
4/15/2025
First Communication Date
4/11/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: transmission facilities; installation of large wind energy, large solar energy, and battery energy storage systems; installation of light-mitigating technology systems; and prioritizing nuclear energy resources. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date4/15/2025
First Communication Date
4/11/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Assembly Bill 218
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Assembly Bill 218
Relating to: limitations on ownership of real property in this state by foreign persons. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/3/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: limitations on ownership of real property in this state by foreign persons. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date6/3/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 683
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Assembly Bill 683
Relating to: prohibiting critical telecommunications infrastructure from including equipment manufactured by a foreign adversary. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/23/2026
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: prohibiting critical telecommunications infrastructure from including equipment manufactured by a foreign adversary. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/23/2026
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 840
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Assembly Bill 840
Relating to: certain requirements related to data centers.
Bill Text and History
1/23/2026
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: certain requirements related to data centers.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date1/23/2026
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Assembly Bill 900
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Assembly Bill 900
Relating to: eligibility for farmland preservation tax credits. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/26/2026
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: eligibility for farmland preservation tax credits. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date1/26/2026
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 3
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Senate Bill 3
Relating to: requiring local approval for certain wind and solar projects before Public Service Commission approval.
Bill Text and History
2/11/2025
First Communication Date
2/5/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Relating to: requiring local approval for certain wind and solar projects before Public Service Commission approval.
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date2/11/2025
First Communication Date
2/5/2025
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has communicated on this matter.
Senate Bill 7
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Senate Bill 7
Relating to: prohibiting a foreign adversary from acquiring agricultural or forestry land in this state.
Bill Text and History
1/23/2026
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: prohibiting a foreign adversary from acquiring agricultural or forestry land in this state.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date1/23/2026
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 219
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Senate Bill 219
Relating to: limitations on ownership of real property in this state by foreign persons. (FE)
Bill Text and History
6/3/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: limitations on ownership of real property in this state by foreign persons. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date6/3/2025
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 651
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Senate Bill 651
Relating to: prohibiting critical telecommunications infrastructure from including equipment manufactured by a foreign adversary. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/23/2026
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: prohibiting critical telecommunications infrastructure from including equipment manufactured by a foreign adversary. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Against
Notification Date1/23/2026
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 843
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Senate Bill 843
Relating to: certain requirements related to data centers.
Bill Text and History
1/23/2026
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: certain requirements related to data centers.
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date1/23/2026
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Senate Bill 890
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Senate Bill 890
Relating to: eligibility for farmland preservation tax credits. (FE)
Bill Text and History
1/28/2026
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Relating to: eligibility for farmland preservation tax credits. (FE)
Bill Text and History
Other
Notification Date1/28/2026
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
LRB-5959 relating to eligibility for farmland preservation tax credits
LRB-5959 relating to eligibility for farmland preservation tax credits
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/23/2026
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
1/23/2026
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Issues related to the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN) process
Issues related to the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN) process
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/24/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/24/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Issues relating to utility aid
Issues relating to utility aid
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/24/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/24/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Issues relating to wind farms
Issues relating to wind farms
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/24/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/24/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Issues relating to solar farms and solar energy
Issues relating to solar farms and solar energy
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/24/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/24/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Issues relating to battery storage
Issues relating to battery storage
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/24/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/24/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Issues relating to renewable energy
Issues relating to renewable energy
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/24/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/24/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Bills and rules related to electrical transmission
Bills and rules related to electrical transmission
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/23/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/23/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Issues relating to the Public Service Commission
Issues relating to the Public Service Commission
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/23/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/23/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Legislation relating to a variety of requested regulatory changes by the Public Service Commission
Legislation relating to a variety of requested regulatory changes by the Public Service Commission
Action Intended To Affect
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/23/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Both Legislative matter and rule
Notification Date
12/23/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislation relating to requiring notice to political subdivisions and landowners, requirements for applying for certificates, and joint development agreements related to large solar energy facilities
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Legislation relating to requiring notice to political subdivisions and landowners, requirements for applying for certificates, and joint development agreements related to large solar energy facilities
Legislation relating to requiring notice to political subdivisions and landowners, requirements for applying for certificates, and joint development agreements related to large solar energy facilities
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
12/23/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
12/23/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative initiatives to address workforce shortages in the construction and maintenance of renewable energy systems
Development, drafting or introduction of a proposal relating to
Legislative initiatives to address workforce shortages in the construction and maintenance of renewable energy systems
Legislative initiatives to address workforce shortages in the construction and maintenance of renewable energy systems
Action Intended To Affect
Legislative matter
Notification Date
12/23/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Legislative matter
Notification Date
12/23/2024
First Communication Date
N/A
Communication Information
The principal, a lobbyist authorized by the principal, or another individual acting on behalf of the principal has not yet communicated on this matter, but intends to do so at a later date.
Total Lobbying Effort
| 2025 January - June |
2025 July - December |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Lobbying Expenditures | 2025 January - June $33,000.00 |
2025 July - December $33,000.00 |
Total $66,000.00 |
| Total Hours Communicating | 2025 January - June 15.75 |
2025 July - December 10.40 |
Total 26.15 |
| Total Hours Other | 2025 January - June 55.25 |
2025 July - December 44.00 |
Total 99.25 |
Percent Allocation of Lobbying Effort
Legislative Bills/Resolutions
Relating to: transmission facilities; installation of large wind energy, large solar energy, and battery energy storage systems; installation of light-mitigating technology systems; and prioritizing nuclear energy resources. (FE)
| 2025 January - June |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 January - June 10% |
2025 July - December 50% |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total 27% |
Relating to: requiring local approval for certain wind and solar projects before Public Service Commission approval.
| 2025 January - June |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 January - June 20% |
2025 July - December 5% |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total 14% |
Relating to: requiring local approval for certain wind and solar projects before Public Service Commission approval.
| 2025 January - June |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 January - June 20% |
2025 July - December 5% |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total 14% |
Relating to: limitations on ownership of real property in this state by foreign persons. (FE)
| 2025 January - June |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 January - June 25% |
2025 July - December 20% |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total 23% |
Relating to: limitations on ownership of real property in this state by foreign persons. (FE)
| 2025 January - June |
2025 July - December |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 January - June 25% |
2025 July - December 20% |
2026 January - June |
2026 July - December |
Total 23% |
Budget Bill Subjects
No budget bill subjects found.
Administrative Rulemaking Proceedings
No administrative rulemaking proceedings found.
Topics Not Yet Assigned A Bill Or Rule Number
No topics found.
Minor Efforts
No minor efforts found.
Other Matters
No other matters found.