(Madison, WI) — The Wisconsin Data Center Coalition (WIDCC) today reaffirmed its mission to strengthen Wisconsin’s supply chain suited for data center investment, innovation, and workforce growth.

Founded by a network of companies rooted in Wisconsin, WIDCC brings together leaders in manufacturing, energy, logistics, construction, engineering, and technology who share a common goal: to fuel long-term economic growth for Wisconsin by leveraging our exceptional network of companies to innovate, collaborate, and unlock opportunities in this transformative technology infrastructure.

The founding members of the Wisconsin Data Center Coalition include Alliant Energy, American Transmission Company (ATC), Banker Wire, CED, Century Fence/Century Security, Dairyland Power Cooperative, Evans Transportation, Exponential Power, Global Power Components, Husch Blackwell, HB Strategies, IEWC, Inpro Corporation, Pieper Electric, The Village Companies/MCL Industries, Trane/Trane Technologies, and WEC Energy Group.

Since its formation, the Coalition has continued to grow its membership in the targeted supply chain sectors, as well as leverages strategic partners in economic development, building trades, workforce development, and technical colleges actively working to maximize the economic impact of these hyperscale projects.

“Our mission is simple: to bring together Wisconsin’s experts who know our communities, our workforce, and our infrastructure best,” said WIDCC Executive Director Tricia Braun. “Together, we are working to create a balanced and sustainable framework for data center development that benefits every part of our state.”

During its recent November Membership Meeting, the Coalition’s discussions focused on key areas shaping Wisconsin’s opportunities for data center engagement, including:

  • Educational presentations of data center construction, focused primarily on the technology and cooling applications that impact the nexus of water and energy demands in data center infrastructure
  • Workforce development partnerships that are actively and successfully working to help prepare Wisconsinites for high-demand careers in technology, logistics, and the construction trades
  • Opportunities to better educate the public on the positive impacts that data centers will bring to Wisconsin

These efforts underscore WIDCC’s commitment to ensuring that data center investments not only enhance Wisconsin’s economy but also support long-term community and environmental goals.

“The Coalition is a reflection of what makes Wisconsin strong: local expertise, collaboration, and a shared commitment to building the future right here at home,” said Braun.

For more information about the Wisconsin Data Center Coalition, its members, and upcoming events, visit www.widcc.com.