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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. Registration for our 2019 Solar Training Academy is now open!

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The Energy Fair

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 powered by the sun!

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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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Visit our scenic site which includes 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!

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MREA Membership Meeting for Elections

Bring a friend to the MREA Membership Meeting for Elections! Please RSVP to amieew@midwestrenew.org so we can…

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MREA Solar Canopy, Driving on Sunshine Case Study

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

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MREA Working With Wisconsin Communities to Pursue SolSmart Designation in 2019

Wisconsin Communities Pursue SolSmart Designation in 2019, making it faster, easier, and more affordable to…

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Basic Photovoltaics (PV 101.02)

February 18 - March 17, 2019

PV Site Assessment (PV 201.02)

February 25 - March 24, 2019

PV Sales & Finance (PV 203.02 )

March 11 - April 7, 2019

Battery-Based PV System Design (PV 230.02)

March 18 - April 7, 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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May 11, 2019
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June 21-23, 2019

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