Appointed in 2018, Cole helped refocus the agency on scientific research, environmental protection and climate change, at times clashing with conservatives who control the DNR’s policy board.
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The head of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is retiring after four years on the job. Gov. Tony Evers announced Friday that Preston Cole would be retiring on Wednesday.
Appointed in 2018, Cole helped refocus the agency on scientific research, environmental protection and climate change, at times clashing with conservatives who control the DNR’s policy board.