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Cardinal-Hickory Creek co-owners file joint statement to PSCW to rescind and reopen project’s CPCN
JOINT STATEMENT Utilities file request with Public Service Commission of Wisconsin to rescind and reopen Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for Cardinal-Hickory Creek Transmission Line Project ATC and ITC Midwest on June 28 filed a request with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSCW) asking the PSCW to rescind and reopen the Certificate of […]
American Transmission Co. to replace electric cables in Straits of Mackinac
PEWAUKEE, Wis. – American Transmission Co. this week will continue removing six submarine electric transmission cables and begin installing new submarine cables on the lakebed of the Straits of Mackinac. The approximate 7-month process is a significant step in ATC’s Straits Cable Replacement Project. In April 2018, ATC’s two transmission circuits were damaged when a […]
Transmission project interconnecting 300-megawatt solar facility earns regulatory approval from PSCW
As ATC integrates more renewable energy generation within our service area, the electric transmission system continues to provide a vital connection between renewable energy producers and electric consumers. We recently earned state regulatory approval from the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin to construct electric transmission facilities that will interconnect with Wisconsin’s largest renewable energy generation facility […]
American Transmission Co. updates 10-Year Transmission System Assessment
Connecting to sustainable energy resources is increasing need for new, updated transmission infrastructure PEWAUKEE, Wis. – American Transmission Co.’s 10-year plan to address the need for electric grid improvements highlights projects that are driven by sustainable energy generation proposals along with ongoing asset maintenance for achieving the highest standards in reliability, efficiency and safety. “Our […]
American Transmission Co. begins electric cable removal in Straits of Mackinac for upcoming replacement project
Two de-energized submarine cables will be removed PEWAUKEE, Wis. — American Transmission Co. will begin removing two of six submarine electric transmission cables from the lakebed of the Straits of Mackinac starting Aug. 24. The approximate 30-day process is a significant step in ATC’s Straits Cable Replacement Project, which will restore electric system reliability to […]
Sturgeon Bay roads closed for transmission line construction
PEWAUKEE, Wis. – Beginning the week of Aug.10, 2020, some Sturgeon Bay roads and parking lots will be closed to allow for installation of new transmission line cables beneath the Sturgeon Bay Ship Channel. Second Avenue between Nebraska and Oregon Streets (northeast of Graham park) will be closed beginning the week of Aug. 10, 2020, […]
Staying safe while keeping the lights on
At American Transmission Co. we are powering through these trying times to help keep reliable electricity flowing to essential businesses, hospitals and homes. As an energy service provider in the Upper Midwest, we are committed to maintaining electric reliability – and we also are committed to keeping our employees, contractors and the public safe. Recent executive orders in Wisconsin and Michigan include operation and maintenance of electric utilities as essential and critical infrastructure. So, if you see our crews working in your area, please keep a safe distance and know that […]
American Transmission Co. energizes Spring Valley-North Lake Geneva Electric Reliability Project
Project addresses electric system needs, supports the community and environment PEWAUKEE, Wis. – The Spring Valley-North Lake Geneva Electric Reliability Project, which electrically connects Kenosha County with the Lake Geneva area, is energized and now part of an integrated electric system serving customers in the region. This 23-mile, 138,000-volt transmission line was approved by the […]
Electric transmission line connecting West Riverside Energy Center to the grid placed in service
Line is part of an integrated electric system serving customers in the region Madison, Wis. – American Transmission Co. recently energized the approximately 4.2-mile, 345,000-volt Riverside transmission line. Project work included building a new substation near the Alliant Energy West Riverside Energy Center and connecting a new double-circuit transmission line to an existing 345-kV transmission […]
Badger Coulee transmission line placed in service
Line will deliver reliability, economic and renewable energy benefits MADISON, Wis. – The Badger Coulee transmission line, which electrically connects the Dane County area with La Crosse County area, is energized and now part of an integrated electric system serving customers in the region. The line will help ensure reliable electricity for the region and […]
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