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Powering beyond: Why biohealth thrives in Wisconsin

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Safe, reliable energy for high-demand biohealth operations

Wisconsin’s biohealth industry is growing rapidly – and we’re proud to be part of the momentum. From pharmaceutical and biotech firms to healthcare manufacturers, biohealth companies rely on precision, sterility, and environmental control.

That means energy isn’t just a utility; it’s a strategic asset.

Reliable energy is crucial to optimize efficiency and fuel growth at every stage of development. Sustainable options are essential for meeting environmental goals.

Wisconsin has a U.S. federally designated & funded Biotechnology Tech Hub.

Our commitment to the biohealth sector

In partnership with BioForward Wisconsin, we engaged Global Location Strategies to perform a review of Wisconsin’s competitive position in the global biohealth and biopharma landscape.

Download the biohealth report [PDF]

Biohealth is thriving in Wisconsin.

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Billions of dollars of biohealth economic impact

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Jobs across the Wisconsin biohealth industry

Proven energy partnership supporting growth

“Alliant Energy has been our trusted energy partner since Catalent opened the Heartland Drive Madison Biologics location in 2013 and has supported the site through multiple expansions. From day-to-day support to emergency assistance, Alliant Energy has enabled Catalent Madison to deliver millions of doses of medication to patients worldwide."

Justin Koepsel, PhD, MBA
Senior Director, Commercial Operations, Catalent Pharma Services

Our team has a deep understanding of industry needs—proven through the customers we serve.

Accuray Inc.

West Madison, Wisconsin

Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals

Verona, Wisconsin

Catalent Pharma Solutions (expansion)

Madison, Wisconsin

FUJIFILM Cellular Dynamics (expansion)

West Madison, Wisconsin

Hydrite Chemical

Cottage Grove, Wisconsin

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.

Beloit, Wisconsin

MilliporeSigma (expansion)

Verona, Wisconsin

NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes

Beloit, Wisconsin

Novonesis

DeForest, Wisconsin

Shine Technologies

Janesville, Wisconsin

Why companies win with Wisconsin

Wisconsin is primed for advanced technologies, speed, stability, scale and what’s next.

Take R&D to manufacturing faster – all within one state.

Build and scale with AI, data and next-generation technologies without coastal cost pressure.

Access national research leaders and talent pipelines across R&D and operations.

Grow within an integrated biohealth ecosystem proven at scale.

Imagination and stability produces results

Tech alignment. Lower disruption. Faster execution. Confidence to invest and grow.

Wisconsin delivers groundbreaking technologies plus a stable, cost-competitive environment where biohealth companies can scale research and manufacturing—faster and with confidence.

Madison ranks #8 nationally among top-performing biopharma manufacturing locations*, reflecting the region’s strong workforce, cost-effective operations, and connection to Wisconsin’s broader life sciences ecosystem.

*Source: GLS Report, Location Benchmarking + Competitive Positioning

Key advantages:

One of the lowest natural-disaster risk profiles in the U.S.
Strong fiscal management with AA+ credit ratings.
More than 2,200 biohealth companies operating statewide.
Up to 35% lower cost of living than major coastal life science hubs.

You stay ahead of the competition. Operations stay productive. Return on your investment.

A workforce that scales with you

Wisconsin’s workforce combines world-class research institutions with a statewide technical training system, delivering talent ready to contribute across R&D, diagnostics, manufacturing, data science and AI-driven technologies.

What sets Wisconsin apart:

Industry-ready scientists, engineers, technicians and manufacturers.

Statewide technical and university pipelines aligned to industry needs.

Developing the workforce for AI, quantum computing and what comes next.

State support to expand training and certification opportunities.

In Wisconsin, you can hire and scale without hitting talent constraints.

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Degrees and certificates annually

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Students enrolled statewide

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of tech college grads stay in Wisconsin

An ecosystem that accelerates growth and reduces friction.

Stay in one market – and move faster as your company evolves.

Research universities, health systems and industry partners work in alignment.
The central U.S. location offers efficient access to major markets and supply chains.
Strong partnerships support growth, collaboration and reinvestment.
The federally designated Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub advances AI-enabled, data-driven personalized medicine and diagnostics.

Site selection support, infrastructure expertise and business expansion resources

Heather Smith

Manager – Economic Development, Alliant Energy

[email protected]

(608) 234-7290

Industry connections, ecosystem insights and strategic partnerships

Lisa Johnson

CEO, BioForward Wisconsin

[email protected]

(608) 236-4753