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Growing Renewable Energy in the Midwest

Together with partners, we are expanding access to solar and renewables in communities around the Midwest.
We offer one of the country’s top solar training programs and run one of the largest grassroots sustainability events in the nation.
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Renewable Energy Training

We offer industry-leading professional training for solar PV, solar thermal, and small wind systems. Both online and in-person courses are available year-round for all levels of experience.

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The Energy Fair

Celebrating 30 years of clean energy and sustainable living fun powered by the sun. Join us for The 30th Anniversary Energy Fair during the Summer Solstice this June 21-23, 2019 at our headquarters in Custer, WI. Featuring: 200+ workshops, exhibits, live music, food and fun!

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Grow Solar

The Midwest Grow Solar Partnership helps communities expand access to solar through technical assistance, solar group buy programs, and training for inspectors and installers. Bring solar to your community.

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EV Charging

Visit our headquarters in Custer, WI featuring demonstration systems: solar, wind, natural building and year-round electric vehicle charging. We invite EV road-trippers to charge up under our 19.4 kW PV canopy, driving on sunshine!

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Scholarship Deadline April 15

MREA & Straubel Foundation Clean Energy Leadership Award In partnership with the Straubel Family Foundation,…

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Work-based learning programs are valuable tools both for talent recruitment and skill development within a…

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With generous support from MREA Members, donors, and partners, we achieved our Driving on Sunshine…

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PV System Operations & Maintenance (PV 240.01)

March 18 - April 7, 2019

PV System Design (PV 202.02)

April 1 - May 27, 2019

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April 1 - April 28, 2019

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April 8 - May 5, 2019

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Our Training Site in Custer, WI

Powered by an assortment of renewable energy systems, our Renew the Earth Institute (REI) in Custer, Wisconsin is our headquarters and primary training facility. At the REI, we offer hands-on courses, give tours, and host The Energy Fair. The building and grounds are available for event rentals like weddings, meetings, and more. Learn more

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