April 10, 2026

Nuclear Energy’s Comeback? A Conversation with WisBusiness Reporter Alex Moe

Nuclear energy is once again taking center stage in Wisconsin’s energy conversation.


In a recent episode of The Electric Wire podcast, Customers First Coalition Executive Director Kristin Gilkes sat down with Alex Moe to discuss his reporting on renewed interest in nuclear energy development.


Moe’s reporting highlights efforts by utilities and developers to explore new nuclear generation at the former Kewaunee Power Station site—part of a broader trend as policymakers and industry leaders look for reliable, low-emission energy sources.


Watch or listen to the the full episode of the Electric Wire podcast where ever you get your podcasts, or on our YouTube channel, here:
https://youtu.be/8-lx0dVV3HE


Read Moe's article, here:

https://www.wisbusiness.com/2026/effort-to-revive-kewaunee-county-site-comes-amid-rising-interest-in-nuclear-energy/

Kristin also recently joined Alex on WisBusiness: the Podcast to discuss data centers and affordability:
https://www.wisbusiness.com/2026/wisbusiness-the-podcast-with-kristin-gilkes-customers-first-coalition/


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