It’s easy bein’ green 🐸

A zero-carbon future for Madison

Solar panels are a great way to utilize renewable energy and save on your electric bill. | Photo by Wikimedia Commons

Clean Wisconsin and Renew Wisconsin — two local environmental organizations — recently came together to fund research about Wisconsin’s greenhouse gas emissions, and the findings are hopeful.

☀️ What are greenhouse gases?

A greenhouse gas is any gaseous compound, such as fossil fuel emissions, that absorbs infrared radiation (heat from the sun). Once that radiation is absorbed, it’s trapped in our atmosphere + retains that heat. This is referred to as the greenhouse effect. So, the less we burn fossil fuels, the fewer of those gaseous compounds we emit, and the less our atmosphere is warmed.

♻️ What does this have to do with Wisconsin?

The comprehensive study report by Evolved Energy Research was released this week and suggests that Wisconsin could eliminate greenhouse gas emissions, boost the economy, and lower fuel costs by the year 2050. The overarching consensus is that in order to become a zero-carbon state, steps need to be taken to implement clean energy tactics in place of some not-so-green practices currently in place. (Think: adding wind energy + eliminating coal usage.)

Here are some key takeaways from the report:

The money saved from not using fossil fuels would offset infrastructure costs over the coming decades.
Making the switch would grow the state’s economy by about 3% + add around 68,000 jobs.
The study calls for action this decade in order to make an effective change by 2050.

💡 What can we do?

While this study lays out how the state can implement changes on a large scale, there are still a lot of things we as citizens can do on a day-to-day basis to make Madison a greener place.

Invest in solar panels for your home or business.
Carpool with your coworker a few days a week.
Utilize Madison’s BCycle bikes.
Use energy-efficient light bulbs which use 75% less energy than standard.

How do you go green? Let us know.

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Today

Bent | Thu., Oct. 27 | Bartell Theatre, 113 Mifflin St., Madison | $15+ | Enjoy this production of an unlikely love story by Martin Sherman + directed by Sean Langenecker. 🎭
Halloween Spooktacular B-Movie Fundraiser! | Thu., Oct. 27 | 6:30-8 p.m. | MMSD Planetarium, 201 S. Gammon Rd., Madison | $5 | Watch some classic B-movies in the dome + support the planetarium.

Friday

Paint and Sip: Sheet Faced | Fri., Oct. 28 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Wine & Design - Madison, WI 167 S. Fair Oaks Ave., Madison | $40 | Show up, sip up, and paint. No artistic talent is needed, just the desire to have fun for this ghostly-themed event.
Jurassic Quest | Fri., Oct. 28 | Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Wy., Madison | $20+ | This family-friendly event features 80+ life-size animatronic dinosaurs to interact with and learn about. 🦖

Saturday

The Taylor Party | Sat., Oct. 29 | 9 p.m. | The Sylvee, 25 S. Livingston St., Madison | $15-$35 | Calling all Swifties. Dance the night away to all of your favorite songs at this Taylor-themed party.
Trick or Treat on Monroe Street | Sat., Oct. 29 | 9 a.m. | Monroe Street Library, 1705 Monroe St., Madison | Free | Kids in their Halloween costumes are welcome to come and receive a treat while supplies last. 🎃

Sunday

Touring the Lost City | Sun., Oct. 30 | 1-3 p.m. | Arboretum, 1207 Seminole Hwy., Madison | Free | Explore the abandoned Lake Forest development at the Arboretum with a guide. 🌳
First Sunday Brunch | Sun., Oct. 30 | Cafe CODA, 1224 Williamson St., Madison | Free+ | Enjoy a serenade from jazz pianists during Sunday brunch.

We have a monthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

Weather

57º | Partly cloudy | 7% chance of rain

Cause

NBC 15’s Share Your Holidays campaign began this week. Check out 300+ barrels across area businesses and organizations where community members can donate food items to support those in need. (NBC 15)

Arts

Artists’ Night is tomorrow, Thurs., Oct. 28. Enjoy an art-filled night on the town as artists + venues in Madison make more opportunities to share art with the community. Pro tip: Hit up the after-party at Giant Jones Brewing from 8-10 p.m. 🎨

Health

It’s National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is urging Wisconsinites to get the facts, help children get tested + check homes for lead hazards. (NBC 15)

Eat

In yesterday’s newsletter, we rounded up three local chocolate shops in the area but we missed one of 608’s favorites. Check out our updated article with the addition of CocoVaa, an award-winning, Black-owned business crafting artisan treats. 🍫

Sports

Wisconsin safety John Torchio was named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week. He earned one of the conference’s weekly honors following his two-interception game against Purdue. 🏈 (WKOW)
Get ready to jump around. The Badgers football program released its schedule for next year, which kicks off at Camp Randall on Sat. Sept. 2, 2023, against Buffalo. (NBC 15)

Kids

Head to Cross Plains this weekend for the second annual Fall Wonder and Adventure Outing at Indian Lake County Park. This event is hosted by Get the Kids Outside, an organization that focuses on, well, getting kids outside + active. ☀️ (Channel 3000)

Feel Good

UnityPoint Health - Meriter is showing the 608 how cute Halloween can be with its annual NICU Halloween costume contest. Check it out and place your vote to help crown a winner. (WKOW)

Shop

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Were you Wright?

Mystery Madisonian answer: Frank Lloyd Wright

Herbery and Katherine Jacobs first house. By Frank LLoyd Wright

Herbert and Katherine Jacobs first house, located just off Monroe Street.
| Photo by @franklloydwrightland

Earlier this week, we played Mystery Madisonian + asked you to play along at home. Many of you guessed correctly, our mystery Madisonian was Frank Lloyd Wright.

Living in Madison, many of our readers are well aware of Frank and his architectural endeavors. A couple of our favorite spots include the Lamp House and the Monona Terrace.

Frank Lloyd Wright is one of the most famous American architects in history and is partially responsible for Prairie Style architecture which boasts an emphasis on nature, craftsmanship, and simplicity. Frank was born in Richland Center, Wisconsin + spent time in Madison for high school and college.

If you’re looking to explore more of the esteemed architect’s work, check out this map which lays out a driving tour of Frank Lloyd Wright sites.

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Ally.

Editor’s pick: I had an impromptu brunch with a friend today at Marigold Kitchen, I think mimosas + omelettes taste even better on a weekday.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? We put a spotlight on reader submissions about what Madison is missing.

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