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Waukesha County Environmental Action League's October 2014 e-newsletter updates on proposed gasification projects in Wisconsin, including GEITS and Oneida Seven Generations Corp. GEITS reached a settlement with the City of Adams, terminating contracts and requiring Adams to pay $301,050. The Village of Mukwonago had no further communications with GEITS. Oneida Seven Generations Corp's financing came from federal loans and Wisconsin taxpayers, but WEDC sent a past due notice and a final notice for payment. The Wisconsin Supreme Court accepted the OSGC/Green Bay appeal.

Additionally, Advanced Disposal's Emerald Park Landfill expansion is on hold after WEAL submitted comments objecting to the expansion, which would destroy wetlands and increase the site-life of the landfill. The DNR informed Advanced Disposal that an Individual Wetland Permit will be required.

The newsletter also mentions Waukesha's water diversion application, which has seen no progress in 54 months despite $1 million in consulting and legal fees. The potential price for the project has exceeded $200 million. Blogger James Rowen notes that there have been many changes since the application was approved, including a new governor and advancements in technology. Commenters criticize Waukesha's management of resources and the hypocrisy of asking for a handout.