Wisconsin Incentives and Laws for Other
The list below contains summaries of all Wisconsin incentives and laws related to Other.
State Incentives
Vehicle Battery and Engine Research Tax Credits
A corporation involved in qualified research is eligible for a tax credit equal to 10% of the qualified research expenses the corporation incurred in Wisconsin during the taxable year. Qualified research includes, but is not limited to, automotive batteries for use in hybrid electric vehicles that reduce the demand for natural gas or electricity or improve the efficiency of its use, and research related to designing internal combustion engines (including substitute products such as fuel cell, electric, and hybrid drives) for vehicles, including expenses related to designing vehicles that are powered by such engines and improving production processes for such engines and vehicles.
Corporations may also claim tax credits equal to 5% of the amount paid or incurred during the taxable year to construct and equip new facilities or expand existing facilities used in Wisconsin for qualified research.
(Reference Wisconsin Statutes 71.28(4)(ab 2), 71.28(ad 2 and 3), and 71.28(5)(ad))
Laws and Regulations
Alternative Fueling Infrastructure Development
The Wisconsin Department of Administration must pursue, in cooperation with the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, the establishment and maintenance of sufficient alternative fueling infrastructure at public retail outlets to meet the public's traveling needs. (Reference Wisconsin Statutes 16.956(3)(f))
Renewable Fuel Sales Volume Goals
The Wisconsin Legislature sets goals for minimum annual renewable fuel sales volumes each year, based on annual renewable fuel volumes required under the federal Renewable Fuel Standard. On an annual basis, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), in cooperation with the Department of Commerce, the Department of Revenue, and the Office of Energy Independence, must determine whether the annual goals for the previous year were met. If the goals were not met, DATCP must issue a report assessing the causes. If DATCP determines that the goals are likely to be met, it must establish requirements that may include: reporting, recordkeeping, or testing requirements; annual requirements for renewable fuel sales; quarterly or monthly requirements for renewable fuel sales if necessary to maintain fuel availability and smooth fluctuation in demand; a system for trading credits; procedures to temporarily suspend a sales requirement; and fees for administration and enforcement. (Reference Wisconsin Statutes 100.60)
Bioenergy Feedstock Assessment
The Wisconsin Office of Energy Independence (OEI), in coordination with the Wisconsin Department of Administration, the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, the Department of Natural Resources, and the Public Service Commission, must prepare a biennial strategic bioenergy feedstock assessment to identify and summarize trends in bioenergy feedstock production and use in Wisconsin, and to recommend, as appropriate, legislation or changes in programs or agency rules. OEI must submit an assessment by April 30, 2013, and every other year thereafter. (Reference Wisconsin Statutes 16.954)
Sustainable Biofuels Production Practices
The Wisconsin Bioenergy Council (Council) must identify voluntary best management practices for sustainable biomass and biofuels production. The Council must report its findings, at least biennially, to agencies and private parties that assist biofuel feedstocks and biofuels producers. (Reference Wisconsin Statutes 93.47)